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 overall flight options. Historically, approximately 4.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This suggests that while direct options exist, many travelers will likely have at least one stop on their journey.

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 30 minutes, covering a distance of 3978 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, usually around 13 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes when available. Travelers should account for the significantly extended travel time if their itinerary includes a stopover.

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

Based on historical trends, flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are classified as a regular deal route. This indicates that price fluctuations and good opportunities occur with some consistency. Setting a price alert is a recommended strategy to monitor these regular changes. By doing so, you can be notified when prices drop, helping you secure a favorable fare for your journey.

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Dar es Salaam to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

For cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, the most affordable month to fly is typically April, with a median fare of $320. Other cost-effective options include January, where the median fare is $578, and October, with a median fare of $911. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Right now, fares for this route typically range from $797–$1150, with a median of $981. Current fares are below the typical level for this route, and approximately 5% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, providing regular opportunities to find better prices.

When considering flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, most itineraries connect at least once, as only 4.6% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For itineraries that involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which can significantly extend travel time.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, including connections, takes about 16h 35m. For the rare direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, the flight time is approximately 5h 30m. This route covers a distance of 3978 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul journey.

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

Regular price: $379 - $793

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

The regular price range for this route is between 379 USD and 793 USD. The current lowest deal is 521 USD with Kenya Airways, for travel from Feb 9 to Feb 13.

now $521

Low $379

High $793

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is April, with a median price of $320. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $1084. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $320

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,084

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Rwandair Express

$692

$564

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$739

$595

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$665

$525

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$651

$525

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$701

$525

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$734

$525

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

$910 → $523

43%

7 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 24

$901 → $523

42%

7 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 25

$901 → $523

42%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$894 → $523

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are below the typical level of $981.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $320

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, at $320.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai typically take 5h 30m, connecting flights take 16h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania offers direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, with 1 direct deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai appear regularly.

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 Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a major hub, offering many connections from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$520

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.

📍 ~115 km from Dubai (reachable by car, ~1.5 to 2 hours drive from central Dubai depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$488

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$2,230

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77% AI deal score

$2,252

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76% AI deal score

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74% AI deal score

$1,765

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From DAR

Elite

Nov 13

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

74% AI deal score

$1,765

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 $910. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $1038, which is similar to booking 60+ days out. Prices generally increase for bookings made closer to the travel date or significantly in advance, with 7-13 days out averaging $969 and 28-59 days out averaging $983.

A flight from Dar es Salaam to Dubai is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $797. This threshold is based on historical pricing data from the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $981, with prices reaching up to $1150 for the higher end of the market. Therefore, securing a ticket for $797 or less represents a notable saving compared to typical fares.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, with a median price of $320. January also offers more affordable fares, with a median price of $578. The annual median price for this route is $981, indicating that prices can vary significantly throughout the year. In contrast, October has historically been observed as one of the more expensive months, with a median price of $911.

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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: $379 - $793

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

The regular price range for this route is between 379 USD and 793 USD. The current lowest deal is 521 USD with Kenya Airways, for travel from Feb 9 to Feb 13.

now $521

Low $379

High $793

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

April

Cheapest

Flights from $320

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,084

Jan

Feb

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Rwandair Express

$692

$564

One-way

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$739

$595

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$665

$525

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$651

$525

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$701

$525

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Dubai

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Dubai (DXB)

Kenya Airways

$734

$525

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

$910 → $523

43%

7 nights

Dec 17 - Dec 24

$901 → $523

42%

7 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 25

$901 → $523

42%

7 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 9

$894 → $523

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai

Dar es Salaam - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Dubai are below the typical level of $981.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $320

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, at $320.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai typically take 5h 30m, connecting flights take 16h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania offers direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai, with 1 direct deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Dar es Salaam to Dubai appear regularly.

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 Dar es Salaam (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$524

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a major hub, offering many connections from Dar es Salaam to Dubai.

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

💸 Flights from ~$520

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

$1,765

Egyptair

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Nov 13

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

74% AI deal score

$1,765

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 below the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $320

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

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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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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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 below the typical level

April is historically cheapest at $320

Direct flights take 5h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

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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Oct 16

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Nov 18

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Nov 13

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?