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July 8 - July 29

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CPT - Dar es Salaam

$699

$525

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July 10 - July 31

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$700

$525

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July 7 - July 31

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$698

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July 8 - July 30

Best

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$699

$526

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July 10 - July 30

Best

CPT - Dar es Salaam

$700

$526

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July 27 - August 3

CPT - Dar es Salaam

$725

$529

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July 20 - July 24

Best

CPT - Dar es Salaam

$747

$533

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July 13 - July 31

CPT - Dar es Salaam

$695

$534

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July 22 - August 3

CPT - Dar es Salaam

$700

$535

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CPT - Dar es Salaam

$502

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Insights for flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam are typically priced between $395–$489, with a median fare of $434. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Approximately 32% of recent fares for cheap flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities for savings.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam? The data indicates that October is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $413. July also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $421, followed by April at $427. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 13.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that include a stop, the typical number of connections is one. Travelers should anticipate at least one stopover when planning their journey.

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam? A typical journey from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam takes approximately 11h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover.

The route from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam covers a distance of 3681 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a longer travel time compared to short-haul routes, often necessitating connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Regular price: $589 - $905

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $589 and $905. The current lowest deal is $525 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from July 8 to July 29, 2026.

now $525

Low $589

High $905

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam is October, with a median price of $413. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $744. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

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Flights from $413

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Flights from $744

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Fri, Jun 19

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CPT - Dar es Salaam

Cape Town (CPT) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

$509

$735

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Dar es Salaam

Cape Town (CPT) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

$510

$1,187

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Dar es Salaam

Cape Town (CPT) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Tanzania

$715

$670

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Dar es Salaam

Cape Town (CPT) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Tanzania

$772

$672

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Dar es Salaam

Cape Town (CPT) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$698

$526

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Dar es Salaam

Cape Town (CPT) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$699

$525

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

4 nights

Jul 20 - Jul 24

$747 → $533

29%

7 nights

Jul 27 - Aug 3

$725 → $529

27%

21 nights

Jul 10 - Jul 31

$700 → $525

25%

21 nights

Jul 8 - Jul 29

$699 → $525

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Cape Town - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Cape Town to Dar es Salaam are near the typical level of $434.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $413

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam, at $413.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 11h 10m with one stop

Flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam typically take 11h 10m with one stop.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 13.4% of deals being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania has offered direct flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Fly from Cape Town International for direct and connecting flights to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International is the most affordable arrival airport for flights to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~10 km from Dar es Salaam city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$508

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Consider Zanzibar for its extreme proximity to Dar es Salaam, despite requiring a ferry or short flight transfer.

📍 ~50 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$453

Moi International (MBA)

Moi International offers diverse international airline options, but requires crossing an international border.

📍 ~360 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$590

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Kilimanjaro International is a primary international gateway for northern Tanzania, often requiring a domestic flight.

📍 ~490 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$525

Dodoma (DOD)

Dodoma is the national capital airport with increasing domestic options, avoiding international border requirements.

📍 ~450 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$742

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha is a regional hub useful for domestic and regional connections, but with limited international reach.

📍 ~570 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$795

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dar es Salaam

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Historically, the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam is typically 7-13 days before departure. Flights booked within this window have an average price of $441. Booking 0-6 days out sees an average price of $493, while booking 28-59 days in advance typically results in an average price of $505. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out average $535.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam is considered to be $395 or less. The median price for this route was $434. Approximately 25% of all flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam were priced at or below $395. Prices typically range, with 75% of flights costing up to $489.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam include October, with a median price of $413, and July, with a median price of $421. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $427. The annual median price for this route is $434, indicating that these months offer prices below the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Direct flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Cape Town - Dar es Salaam route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

October is historically cheapest at $413

Typically 11h 10m with one stop

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dar es Salaam

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

When is the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam?

When is the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam?

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What is a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam?

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Which months have the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam?

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