Can I fly direct from Dar es Salaam to Dubai?

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 5.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connections, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. While direct options exist, many routes will include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Dar es Salaam to Dubai?

The direct flight time from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is approximately 5 hours and 25 minutes, covering a distance of 3978 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to around 10 hours and 20 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights can significantly increase the total duration.

Should I set a price alert for Dar es Salaam to Dubai flights?

Given that flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are classified as 'frequent' in terms of deal availability, setting a price alert is a beneficial strategy. This route historically sees a consistent flow of pricing updates. By setting an alert, travelers can stay informed about price changes and potentially secure a more favorable deal as they become available.

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Dar es Salaam to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

When planning cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, you'll find that fares typically range from $722–$1346, with a median price of $1011. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 8% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a significant discount can be challenging but not impossible.

For those wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $333. Following closely, September offers a median fare of $374, and February presents another cost-effective option with a median of $475. These months represent the best opportunities to secure lower prices for your journey.

Most itineraries for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are connecting, with only 5.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of travelers, this means you can expect to make at least two connections during your journey. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so frequent checks may reveal more favorable connecting options.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Dubai takes approximately 5h 25m for direct flights. However, since most itineraries involve connections, a typical journey including connections extends to about 12h 5m. This duration accounts for the layovers and transfers involved in connecting flights.

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Dubai is approximately 3978 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it's too far for a short trip but not quite a long-distance intercontinental journey.

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

Regular price: $669 - $905

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

The regular price range for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is typically between $669 and $905. The current lowest deal is $483 with Flydubai for travel from Sep 6-Sep 10.

now $483

Low $669

High $905

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is January, with a median price of $578. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1479. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $578

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,479

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Flydubai

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$780

$488

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$964

$519

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$970

$523

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$905

$552

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$849

$560

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$956

$492

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 26

$1,041 → $521

50%

8 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 29

$1,017 → $517

49%

5 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 3

$1,041 → $552

47%

3 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 28

$995 → $519

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Dar es Salaam to Dubai are near the typical level of $1011.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price at $333.

Historically, January, September, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 25m.

Connecting flights typically take 12h 5m, while direct flights average 5h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 5.5% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flydubai offers direct flights.

Flydubai is one airline offering direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a great option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$477

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a primary gateway to Dubai, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$420

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub within the UAE, offering extensive global connectivity.

📍 ~125 km from Dubai (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours drive from central Dubai depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$649

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Sep 25

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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$2,203

$1,694

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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$2,205

$1,695

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Sep 09

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

81% AI deal score

$2,330

$1,813

Save $517

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Business Class

From DAR

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Sep 13

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

75% AI deal score

$2,206

$2,142

Save $64

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Sep 13

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

74% AI deal score

$2,142

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 28

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

73% AI deal score

$2,144

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 09

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

73% AI deal score

$2,169

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Feb 17

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

73% AI deal score

$2,216

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From DAR

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Nov 25

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,010

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Nov 27

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,014

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 28

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,144

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 23

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,146

Egyptair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $664. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $1334, while booking 60+ days out also showed higher average prices of $1290. Planning your trip within the 14-27 day window generally offers a more favorable price point.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $722. The median price for this route over the same period was $1011. Prices above $1346 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum. By comparing offers to the $722 threshold, travelers can identify more economical options.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, with a median price of $333. September also offers favorable pricing, with a median of $374. February is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median price of $475. These months generally present better value compared to the annual median price of $1011 for this route.

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Dar es Salaam to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

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

Regular price: $669 - $905

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

The regular price range for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is typically between $669 and $905. The current lowest deal is $483 with Flydubai for travel from Sep 6-Sep 10.

now $483

Low $669

High $905

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

January

Cheapest

Flights from $578

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,479

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Flydubai

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$780

$488

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$964

$519

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$970

$523

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$905

$552

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Ethiopian Airlines

$849

$560

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$956

$492

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 26

$1,041 → $521

50%

8 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 29

$1,017 → $517

49%

5 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 3

$1,041 → $552

47%

3 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 28

$995 → $519

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for Dar es Salaam to Dubai are near the typical level of $1011.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median price at $333.

Historically, January, September, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 25m.

Connecting flights typically take 12h 5m, while direct flights average 5h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 5.5% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flydubai offers direct flights.

Flydubai is one airline offering direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are frequent, appearing within 30 days.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a great option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$477

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a primary gateway to Dubai, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$420

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub within the UAE, offering extensive global connectivity.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

74% AI deal score

$2,142

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 28

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

73% AI deal score

$2,144

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 09

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

73% AI deal score

$2,169

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Feb 17

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

73% AI deal score

$2,216

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Nov 25

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,010

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Nov 27

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,014

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 28

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,144

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 23

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

72% AI deal score

$2,146

Egyptair

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Today’s best flight deals from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

January offers the lowest median price at $333.

Direct flights average 5h 25m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Flydubai offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

Best Elite deals to Dubai

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Sep 20

Sep 09

Sep 13

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Oct 28

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Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

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

How do I know if a Dar es Salaam to Dubai flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai?

Can I fly direct from Dar es Salaam to Dubai?

What's the flight time from Dar es Salaam to Dubai?

Should I set a price alert for Dar es Salaam to Dubai flights?

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More routes from Dar es Salaam

Flights to Dubai from other cities

Dar es Salaam to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

January offers the lowest median price at $333.

Direct flights average 5h 25m.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Flydubai offers direct flights.

Deals are frequent for this route.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

Best Elite deals to Dubai

Sep 25

Sep 20

Sep 09

Sep 13

Sep 13

Oct 28

Dec 09

Feb 17

Nov 25

Nov 27

Oct 28

Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

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

How do I know if a Dar es Salaam to Dubai flight is a good deal?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai?