Cheap flights to Dar es Salaam
40 cities have regular scheduled flights to Dar es Salaam (DAR). 23 airlines fly to the city, from major international carriers to budget low-cost options. Most flights depart from Zanzibar City, Nairobi, Mwanza, Addis Ababa, Johannesburg. Compare fares, choose the best option and book your tickets online at the best price. Enter your departure city above to find flights and check prices.
Zanzibar City — Dar es Salaam
Arusha — Dar es Salaam
Kilimanjaro — Dar es Salaam
Mtwara — Dar es Salaam
Nairobi — Kilimanjaro
Mwanza — Kilimanjaro
Dodoma — Dar es Salaam
Iringa — Dar es Salaam
Mbeya — Dar es Salaam
Kigoma — Dar es Salaam
Songea — Dar es Salaam
Tabora — Dar es Salaam
Popular departure cities to Dar es Salaam
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ZambiaFlight insights to Dar es Salaam
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Dar es Salaam — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Dar es Salaam come from Zanzibar City, Nairobi and Mwanza. Zanzibar City leads with around 251 flights a week.
- Zanzibar City251 flights/week
- Nairobi142 flights/week
- Mwanza78 flights/week
- Addis Ababa42 flights/week
- Johannesburg41 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Dar es Salaam depart from Tanzania, Kenya and Ethiopia. Tanzania alone accounts for about 52% of all direct routes.
- Tanzaniaavg $130
- Kenyaavg $129
- Ethiopiaavg $383
- South Africaavg $283
- United Arab Emiratesavg $270
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Dar es Salaam range from Zanzibar City at $41 to Addis Ababa at $383 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $41
- Nairobifrom $129
- Mwanzafrom $108
- Addis Ababafrom $383
- Johannesburgfrom $226
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Dar es Salaam from right now are Zanzibar City from $41, Mtwara from $68 and Kilimanjaro from $96.
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $41
- Mtwarafrom $68
- Kilimanjarofrom $96
- Arushafrom $103
- Bukobafrom $105
Frequently asked questions
- Which cities have flights to Dar es Salaam?
- There are 40+ cities with regular flights to Dar es Salaam, from major international hubs to nearby regional airports. Pick your departure city to compare fares and book.
- Where do most flights to Dar es Salaam depart from?
- Most travelers fly to Dar es Salaam from Zanzibar City, Nairobi, Mwanza, Addis Ababa, Johannesburg. These routes have the highest flight frequency and passenger traffic, so fares are usually competitive.
- How many airlines fly to Dar es Salaam?
- 23 airlines operate flights to Dar es Salaam, ranging from major international carriers to budget low-cost airlines. Competition helps keep fares affordable.
- When is the best time to book flights to Dar es Salaam?
- For short-haul routes, booking 4–8 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices. For long-haul flights, aim for 2–3 months ahead. Prices also drop in off-peak seasons and for midweek departures.
- How to find cheap flights to Dar es Salaam?
- Compare offers from multiple airlines, use flexible dates and set up price alerts. Our platform lets you track price trends and choose the best time to buy your tickets.