Cheap flights from Dar es Salaam
The main transport hub of Tanzania's largest city is Julius Nyerere International Airport, located just 12 kilometers from the city center. The route network from Dar es Salaam covers a wide range of regional and international destinations, led by flights to Zanzibar (188 weekly departures), Nairobi (100 flights), and Arusha (86 flights). A high frequency of departures is also provided to cities such as Kilimanjaro and Mwanza, making the city a convenient starting point for travel throughout East Africa.
Scheduled air service is supported by 33 carriers, with Air Tanzania, Flex Flight APS, and Precisionair operating the most frequent flights. The schedule also features major international airlines such as Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines. To simplify your trip planning, you can find city cards below on this page with convenient interest-based filters to help you choose the best flight destination.
Dar es Salaam — Zanzibar City
Dar es Salaam — Arusha
Dar es Salaam — Kilimanjaro
Dar es Salaam — Pemba
Dar es Salaam — Mwanza
Dar es Salaam — Iringa
Dar es Salaam — Mtwara
Dar es Salaam — Tabora
Dar es Salaam — Dodoma
Dar es Salaam — Mbeya
Dar es Salaam — Kigoma
Dar es Salaam — Songea
Flight insights from Dar es Salaam
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Dar es Salaam — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent destinations
The most frequent direct destinations from Dar es Salaam are Zanzibar City, Nairobi and Arusha. Zanzibar City leads with around 188 flights a week.
- Zanzibar City188 flights/week
- Nairobi100 flights/week
- Arusha86 flights/week
- Kilimanjaro83 flights/week
- Mwanza74 flights/week
Top countries
Most direct flights from Dar es Salaam head to Tanzania, Kenya and South Africa. Tanzania alone accounts for about 58% of all direct routes.
- Tanzaniaavg $145
- Kenyaavg $125
- South Africaavg $305
- Ethiopiaavg $379
- United Arab Emiratesavg $307
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Dar es Salaam range from Zanzibar City at $29 to Nairobi at $125 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $29
- Nairobifrom $125
- Arushafrom $67
- Kilimanjarofrom $92
- Mwanzafrom $101
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Dar es Salaam right now are Zanzibar City from $29, Arusha from $67 and Kilimanjaro from $92.
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $29
- Arushafrom $67
- Kilimanjarofrom $92
- Mbeyafrom $98
- Mwanzafrom $101
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Russian FederationFrequently asked questions
- Which airports serve Dar es Salaam?
- The city's main aviation hub is Julius Nyerere International Airport. It is located approximately 12 kilometers from the center of Dar es Salaam and serves both domestic routes and major international carriers.
- How many airlines operate flights from Dar es Salaam?
- Air service from the city is provided by 33 airlines. Among the carriers with the highest number of departures are Air Tanzania, Flex Flight APS, and Precisionair, connecting the city to key points across the region.
- Which destinations from Dar es Salaam are the most popular?
- The highest number of weekly flights are to Zanzibar (188 departures), Nairobi (100 flights), and Arusha (86 flights). Flights to Kilimanjaro and Mwanza are also highly popular.
- Which destinations are suitable for a beach holiday?
- For coast lovers, the most convenient options are short flights to Zanzibar or Mafia Island, which sees about 30 flights per week. These destinations allow for a quick escape to the Indian Ocean from the country's business center.
- How can I find the best flight options from Dar es Salaam?
- To find the best tickets, we recommend exploring the city cards presented below on this page. Using interest-based filters will help you navigate the extensive route network covering Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.