What percentage of Arusha to Dar es Salaam flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 37.2% of flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam are direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that while direct options are available, connecting flights are also common for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Arusha to Dar es Salaam?

The typical direct flight from Arusha to Dar es Salaam has a duration of 2 hours and 5 minutes. This applies even for flights with one stop, which also average 2 hours and 5 minutes in total travel time. The route covers an approximate distance of 484 kilometers.

Are non-stop flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam typically carry a premium of 23% compared to connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $147, while connecting flights have a median price of $120. Direct flights account for 43.2% of the available options, offering a balance between convenience and cost.

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July 13 - July 14

Cheapest

Earliest

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$358

$142

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August 24 - August 31

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$334

$149

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October 27 - October 29

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$335

$150

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November 9 - November 11

Best

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$292

$150

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August 5 - August 6

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$366

$151

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August 17 - August 24

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$341

$152

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August 2 - August 5

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$374

$152

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July 25 - July 26

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$324

$153

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July 25 - July 29

Best

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$326

$164

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August 19 - August 26

ARK - Dar es Salaam

$341

$164

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Arusha to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Only 4% of recent fares from Arusha to Dar es Salaam were classified as a good price. Right now, fares to Dar es Salaam are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $122–$302 and a median of $176. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The flight from Arusha to Dar es Salaam covers a distance of 484 km, making it a short-haul route. This distance is typically covered in a median journey time of 2h 5m, including connections.

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam connect at least once, with only 37.2% of recent fares being non-stop. When a connection is involved, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

For travelers seeking the cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Dar es Salaam, April stands out with a median fare of $115. Other cost-effective months include August and September, both with median fares of $116.

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

Regular price: $238 - $458

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 238 USD and 458 USD. The current lowest deal is 149 USD with Precision Air, for travel from Nov 9-Nov 11.

now $149

Low $238

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The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from ARK to DAR is April, with a median price of $115. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $215. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

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Flights from $115

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Flights from $215

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Direct flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

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Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Mon, Jul 13

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ARK - Dar es Salaam

Arusha (ARK) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$329

$150

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Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Dar es Salaam

Arusha (ARK) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Central Charter

$183

$167

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Dar es Salaam

Arusha (ARK) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Central Charter

$194

$167

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Dar es Salaam

Arusha (ARK) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Central Charter

$182

$167

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Dar es Salaam

Arusha (ARK) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Central Charter

$186

$167

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Dar es Salaam

Arusha (ARK) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Central Charter

$210

$167

One-way

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

3 nights

Jul 7 - Jul 10

$357 → $167

53%

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

$337 → $151

55%

2 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 23

$349 → $166

52%

7 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 24

$334 → $152

55%

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Arusha - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for the Arusha to Dar es Salaam route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $115

Historically, April, August, and September offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 2h 5m direct

The median flight time for this short-haul route is 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 62.8% of options, typically with 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Precision Air offers direct flights

Precision Air is an available airline offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights on this route are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Arusha main airports to depart from

Arusha (ARK)

Cheapest

Arusha Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~$148

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is the primary airport for Dar es Salaam, offering the cheapest flights from Arusha.

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

💸 Flights from ~$148

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Zanzibar (ZNZ) is a practical alternative for Dar es Salaam due to its proximity and high flight frequency, though it requires a sea or air transfer from the mainland.

📍 ~70 km from destination city (reachable by ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro (JRO) is a major international gateway within Tanzania, but is located over 400km away requiring a domestic flight or long drive.

📍 ~480 km from destination city (reachable by domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$154

Moi International (MBA)

Moi International (MBA) is a large international airport, but involves an international border crossing into Kenya with potential visa requirements.

📍 ~340 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$522

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha (ARK) is a significant domestic hub for Northern Tanzania, but has limited international connectivity and is a significant distance from Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~480 km from destination city (reachable by car)

Dodoma (DOD)

Dodoma (DOD) serves the capital city of Tanzania, offering a domestic alternative, but has limited international connectivity.

📍 ~390 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$297

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam is 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is typically around $126. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price increase significantly to $269. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Arusha to Dar es Salaam is considered to be $122 or less. The median price for this route has been $176. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $302 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Arusha to Dar es Salaam include April, August, and September, each with a median price of approximately $115 to $116. The annual median price for this route is $176. While August is listed among the cheapest, it also appears as the most expensive month in some historical contexts, indicating price variability.

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Arusha to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

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

The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Direct flights from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

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

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Dar es Salaam

Arusha - Dar es Salaam route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $115

Typically 2h 5m direct

Connecting flights are dominant

Precision Air offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Arusha main airports to depart from

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

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