Are there direct flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 10.9% of flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection.

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

The direct flight from Cairo to Dar es Salaam typically takes approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of 4198 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a median duration of 12 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in travel time when planning their journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam?

Historically, good prices on flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent availability of favorable fares. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing when searching for this destination.

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July 18 - July 28

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July 19 - July 28

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July 23 - July 29

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Cairo to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam

Most itineraries for flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam connect at least once, with only 10.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you'll likely have a layover on your journey.

If you're looking for cheap flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam, prices are typically $494–$714, with a median of $568. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find a suitable fare.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Dar es Salaam? The most affordable months to fly are February, with a median fare of $415, and November, with a median of $422. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $508.

A typical journey from Cairo to Dar es Salaam takes about 14h 35m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a distance of 4198 kilometers, making it a significant journey that often involves extended travel time due to layovers.

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

Regular price: $532 - $799

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

The regular price range for flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam is typically between $532 and $799. The current lowest deal is $469 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Jul 18-Jul 28.

now $469

Low $532

High $799

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Dar es Salaam is February, with a median price of $415. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $738. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $415

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Flights from $738

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Direct flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from Cairo to Dar es Salaam

Mon, Jul 13

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CAI - Dar es Salaam

Cairo (CAI) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$614

$580

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Mon, Jul 13

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CAI - Dar es Salaam

Cairo (CAI) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$715

$584

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Mon, Jul 13

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CAI - Dar es Salaam

Cairo (CAI) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Qatar Airways

$655

$632

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Tue, Jul 14

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CAI - Dar es Salaam

Cairo (CAI) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$684

$591

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Tue, Jul 14

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CAI - Dar es Salaam

Cairo (CAI) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$615

$618

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Wed, Jul 15

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CAI - Dar es Salaam

Cairo (CAI) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$656

$487

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 6 - Aug 7

$741 → $547

26%

7 nights

Jul 14 - Jul 21

$655 → $479

27%

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Jul 9 - Jul 16

$656 → $482

27%

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Jul 16 - Jul 23

$652 → $479

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairo to Dar es Salaam

Cairo - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cairo to Dar es Salaam are below the typical level at $469.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $415

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Dar es Salaam at $415.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 14h 35m

The median flight duration from Cairo to Dar es Salaam is 14 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, with 1 stopover being the typical number when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights

Egyptair is one airline that offers direct flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam are frequent, appearing often.

Cairo main airports to depart from

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

Cairo International is a good option for flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~20 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$559

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a good arrival option for flights to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~$559

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Consider Zanzibar as a close alternative, offering robust transport links to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~55 km from Dar es Salaam (requires a ferry or short flight transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$616

Moi International (MBA)

Moi International is a major international hub with diverse airline options, despite the distance.

📍 ~330 km from Dar es Salaam (requires crossing an international border)

💸 Flights from ~$701

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~470 km from Dar es Salaam (typically requires a domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$515

Dodoma (DOD)

Dodoma offers increasing domestic flight options within Tanzania, avoiding international border requirements.

📍 ~400 km from Dar es Salaam

💸 Flights from ~$575

Arusha (ARK)

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

📍 ~490 km from Dar es Salaam

💸 Flights from ~$588

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cairo to Dar es Salaam is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $556. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices around $565, while booking 60+ days out resulted in higher average prices of $630. This suggests that planning a few weeks in advance can lead to more favorable fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cairo to Dar es Salaam was considered to be $494 or less. The median price for this route was $568, based on observations over a 90-day period. Fares exceeding $714 were in the higher price range, indicating that prices can vary significantly.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Dar es Salaam, with a median price of $415. November also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $422. The annual median price for this route was $568, indicating that these months typically provide significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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