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June 23 - June 24

Cheapest

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$408

$208

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July 18 - July 19

Best

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$377

$209

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July 4 - July 5

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$395

$214

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June 17 - June 18

Earliest

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$421

$215

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July 11 - July 12

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$382

$215

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November 26 - November 27

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$369

$216

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June 21 - June 22

Best

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$419

$226

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June 29 - June 30

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$286

$227

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June 28 - June 29

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$288

$227

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June 22 - June 23

NBO - Dar es Salaam

$298

$227

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Insights for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

A typical journey from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam takes about 2h 30m, including connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 668 kilometers. Given the relatively short distance, this route is frequently traveled by both business and leisure passengers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, fares typically range from $160–$235, with a median of $214. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 29% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, October, August, and September stand out as the most affordable months. During these months, the median fare is consistently $160, offering significant savings compared to the overall median. Planning your travel for these periods could result in a more economical trip.

Regarding direct flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, 63.3% of recent itineraries are non-stop. This means a meaningful share are non-stop, while the rest typically connect once. If you prefer a direct journey, you have a good chance of finding one, but connecting options are also readily available.

How much is a round trip from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Regular price: $353 - $409

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

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is typically between $353 and $409. The current lowest deal is $208 with Precision Air, for travel from Jun 23-Jun 24.

now $208

Low $353

High $409

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to DAR is August, with a median price of $160. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $313. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $160

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $313

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Direct flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Precision Air

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$421

$215

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$382

$282

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$383

$289

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$419

$269

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$382

$295

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$419

$226

One-way

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

1 night

Jun 17 - Jun 18

$421 → $215

49%

1 night

Jun 23 - Jun 24

$408 → $208

49%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

$423 → $228

46%

1 night

Jun 21 - Jun 22

$419 → $226

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Nairobi - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares below the typical level

Recent fares from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam are below the typical level, with a median price of $214.

📅 Best time to fly

October, August, September are cheapest

Historically, October, August, and September offer the lowest median prices at $160.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 30m

The median flight duration for this short-haul route is 2 hours and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals available

Deals for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Precision Air offers direct flights

Precision Air is one airline that offers direct flights on the Nairobi to Dar es Salaam route.

🎯 Booking tip

Book during April to December for lower prices

Consider booking between April and December for potentially lower prices on this route.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary option for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~15 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Wilson (WIL)

Wilson Airport offers an alternative departure point for travel from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~10 km from Nairobi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$510

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a great choice for direct flights to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Consider Zanzibar as an alternative arrival, but note it requires a ferry or short flight transfer from the mainland.

📍 ~60 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International is a major international hub with diverse airline options, but requires crossing an international border.

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

💸 Flights from ~$98

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Kilimanjaro International is a primary international gateway for northern Tanzania with strong connectivity.

📍 ~460 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$217

Dodoma (DOD)

Dodoma offers increasing domestic flight options and is located within Tanzania.

📍 ~400 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$378

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha is a regional hub useful for domestic and regional connections, but primarily serves domestic routes.

📍 ~520 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$378

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Historically, the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $219. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $241. For those booking 7-13 days out, the average price is around $272. Across the trailing quarter, prices generally increase closer to the departure date, making earlier booking more economical.

A flight from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $160. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route historically stands at $214, while prices at the 75th percentile are around $235. Comparing offers to these historical benchmarks can help identify good value.

Historically, October, August, and September have been the cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, with a median price of $160 for each. The annual median price for this route is typically $214. While October appears as both a cheapest and most expensive month in some observations, the overall trend across the trailing 270 days indicates these months offer lower median fares.

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