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 experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

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

The typical 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 duration extends to about 10 hours and 20 minutes. These durations are based on historical flight data for this route.

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

Given that deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are historically frequent, setting a price alert is a practical approach. This route has consistently shown a good number of deals across the trailing quarter. Utilizing price alerts can help you stay informed about favorable pricing opportunities as they emerge.

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November 25 - December 21

Cheapest

DAR - Dubai

$720

$476

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November 25 - December 8

Cheapest

DAR - Dubai

$757

$476

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November 25 - December 12

Cheapest

DAR - Dubai

$724

$476

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September 8 - September 22

DAR - Dubai

$713

$478

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September 3 - September 4

Best

DAR - Dubai

$783

$486

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September 14 - September 19

Best

DAR - Dubai

$778

$486

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September 15 - September 22

Best

DAR - Dubai

$762

$486

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August 6 - August 28

Earliest

DAR - Dubai

$652

$487

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September 3 - September 29

DAR - Dubai

$665

$487

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September 10 - September 15

Best

DAR - Dubai

$776

$487

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Dar es Salaam to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, prices typically range from $722–$1346, with a median of $1011. Right now, fares are near the typical level. Only about 8% of recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Dubai were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal can require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai? The data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $333. Following closely, September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $374. February is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median fare of $475.

Regarding direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, most itineraries connect at least once, with only about 5.5% of recent fares being non-stop. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This suggests that travelers should expect at least one stop on their journey.

How long is the flight from Dar es Salaam to Dubai? A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Dubai takes approximately 5h 25m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 5h 25m, while connecting flights typically extend to about 12h 5m. The route covers a distance of 3978 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

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

Regular price: $611 - $852

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 611 USD and 852 USD. The current lowest deal is 420 USD with Flydubai, for travel from September 4 to September 7.

now $420

Low $611

High $852

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

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Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Mon, Jul 13

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DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$603

$529

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Flydubai

$605

$542

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$545

$547

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$533

$548

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$531

$547

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$525

$548

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 31

$1,122 → $579

48%

2 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 28

$1,114 → $579

48%

10 nights

Dec 26 - Jan 5

$1,107 → $579

48%

7 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 26

$1,104 → $579

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

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

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $333.

⏱️ Flight duration

5h 25m is the typical direct flight time

The typical direct flight from Dar es Salaam to Dubai takes 5h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 94.5% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania is an option for direct flights between Dar es Salaam and Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a good 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 arrival airport for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$420

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International is an alternative arrival airport for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

📍 ~36 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,390

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station is a ground transport option for reaching Dubai from Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International offers another arrival option for travelers flying from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

📍 ~28 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$616

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Consider this major international hub for extensive global connectivity within the same country.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$677

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

This airport is a closer alternative to northern Dubai and Sharjah with a simplified terminal experience.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,049

Al Ain International (AAN)

This is a domestic alternative within the UAE, accessible via well-maintained highways.

📍 ~120 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$887

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Located within the UAE, this airport avoids visa or border issues, but has extremely limited flights.

📍 ~100 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,047

Muscat International (MCT)

Cheapest

This large international hub offers a wide variety of carriers, but requires an international border crossing.

📍 ~360 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$477

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dubai

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight has been observed at approximately $664. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to about $1334, while booking 60+ days out also shows higher average prices around $1290. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period.

A flight from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $722. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route has historically been around $1011, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching approximately $1346. Keeping these figures in mind can help you identify a favorable offer.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, with a median price of $333. September also offers competitive prices, with a median of $374. February is another relatively inexpensive option, showing a median price of $475. These figures are based on observations over a 270-day period, with the annual median price for this route being $1011.

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