Can I fly direct from Dar es Salaam to Harare?

Yes, direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare are available. Historically, approximately 26.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights will involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Dar es Salaam to Harare?

A direct flight from Dar es Salaam to Harare typically takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 1511 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 7 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

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

Historically, good prices on flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare have been frequent. This route is classified as offering frequent opportunities for favorable fares. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing when planning their trips, making it a route where deals appear regularly.

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July 16 - July 23

Cheapest

Earliest

DAR - Harare

$438

$432

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July 23 - July 26

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DAR - Harare

$456

$432

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July 21 - July 24

Cheapest

DAR - Harare

$442

$432

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July 22 - July 26

Best

DAR - Harare

$454

$435

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November 11 - November 18

DAR - Harare

$425

$451

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September 15 - September 22

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DAR - Harare

$477

$452

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September 16 - September 23

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DAR - Harare

$477

$452

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September 2 - September 9

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DAR - Harare

$474

$452

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September 8 - September 15

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DAR - Harare

$476

$452

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September 10 - September 17

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DAR - Harare

$476

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Dar es Salaam to Harare: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare

Most itineraries for flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare connect at least once, with only 26.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is one. This means you will likely have a layover on your journey, which can affect the overall travel time.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Harare takes approximately 7h 35m including connections. This duration reflects the median travel time across all observed itineraries, accounting for the prevalence of connecting flights on this route. When planning your trip, consider this total travel time.

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Harare is 1511 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that can range from a few hours to half a day, depending on whether the flight is direct or includes connections.

For cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare, November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $278. July also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $293, followed by June at $332. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare typically range from $311–$504, with a median of $469. Right now, fares are below the typical level. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

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

Regular price: $374 - $511

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

The regular price range for this route is $374 to $511. The current lowest deal is $411 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Jul 18-Jul 25.

now $411

Low $374

High $511

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Harare

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Harare is November, with a median price of $278. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $494. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

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Flights from $278

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Flights from $494

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Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare

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Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Harare

Sun, Jul 12

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DAR - Harare

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Harare (HRE)

Ethiopian Airlines

$485

$456

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Harare

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Harare (HRE)

Ethiopian Airlines

$441

$456

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Harare

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Harare (HRE)

Ethiopian Airlines

$485

$456

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Harare

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Harare (HRE)

Ethiopian Airlines

$441

$456

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Harare

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Harare (HRE)

Ethiopian Airlines

$438

$456

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

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DAR - Harare

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Harare (HRE)

Ethiopian Airlines

$438

$456

One-way

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

3 nights

Jul 9 - Jul 12

$476 → $447

7 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 30

$480 → $452

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

$479 → $452

7 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 15

$477 → $452

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Harare

Dar es Salaam - Harare route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Dar es Salaam to Harare are below the typical level at $411.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $278

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Harare, with a median price of $278.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 7h 35m

Flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare typically take 7h 35m, classifying as a medium-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 26.6% of recent fares being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines offers recent deals

Ethiopian Airlines recently offered a deal for $411 from Dar es Salaam to Harare.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Harare.

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

💸 Flights from ~$442

Harare main airports to arrive at

Harare International (HRE)

Cheapest

Harare International Airport is the primary gateway to Harare, offering convenient access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$442

Airports nearby Harare used as alternative

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International (BUQ)

Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International offers a strong domestic alternative within Zimbabwe for your arrival.

📍 ~350 km from Harare (requires significant ground travel or domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$803

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Kenneth Kaunda International is a major international hub, providing extensive global and regional connections to Harare.

📍 ~390 km from Harare (requires an international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$474

Chileka International (BLZ)

Cheapest

Chileka International in neighboring Malawi provides an alternative routing for Southern African regional travel.

📍 ~380 km from Harare (requires cross-border travel)

💸 Flights from ~$473

Beira (BEW)

Beira Airport is useful for travelers heading towards the eastern coast of Mozambique from Harare.

📍 ~300 km from Harare (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$1070

Chingozi (TET)

Chingozi Airport is geographically closer than some other regional options, with direct road access to Harare.

📍 ~200 km from Harare (via Nyamapanda border)

💸 Flights from ~$1161

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Harare

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $380 during this period. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to $392, while booking 60+ days out resulted in an average price of $437. This suggests that planning your trip approximately one to two months in advance can lead to more favorable pricing.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dar es Salaam to Harare is considered to be around $311. This threshold represents the lower end of prices observed. The median price for this route was $469, with 75% of prices falling below $504. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly fare should target prices at or below the $311 mark.

Historically, November has offered some of the cheapest flights from Dar es Salaam to Harare, with a median price of $278. July also presented favorable pricing, with a median of $293. While June had a median price of $332, the overall annual median price for this route was $469. Travelers looking for more economical options should consider flying during these months.

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