Are direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more layovers can sometimes be considerably cheaper. Evaluate whether the time saved on a direct flight is worth a potentially higher price.

Can flexible travel dates help on Dar es Salaam to Mombasa flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Even shifting your travel by a day or two can sometimes lead to noticeable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Dar es Salaam to Mombasa flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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Dar es Salaam to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Only 2% of recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for this route are above the typical level. For cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa, prices typically range from $571–$776, with a median of $686 over a 90-day window. Deals are infrequent, so setting a price alert is recommended.

The typical journey time for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa is 0h 35m. This duration reflects the median travel time, including any connections. Given that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop, this figure accounts for the overall travel duration.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 10.3% of recent fares being non-stop. For flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you'll likely encounter at least one stop when flying between these two cities.

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa is during September and August, both with a median fare of $350. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $365. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower-cost flights on this route.

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Mombasa is 320 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This indicates a relatively quick flight, typically under three hours, making it suitable for short trips or regional travel.

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

Regular price: $199 - $401

Prices for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $199 and $401. The current lowest deal is $414 with Executive Airlines, for travel from Nov 20-Nov 22.

now $414

Low $199

High $401

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa is August, with a median price of $350. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $743. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $350

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $743

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Executive Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$425

$443

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$371

$444

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$370

$444

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$423

$444

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$401

$444

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$420

$443

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 17

$665 → $456

31%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$588 → $476

19%

1 night

Oct 10 - Oct 11

$429 → $444

1 night

Oct 11 - Oct 12

$426 → $443

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Dar es Salaam - Mombasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Dar es Salaam to Mombasa are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

September offers the lowest median price at $350

Historically, September, August, and October offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 35m

The median nonstop flight duration from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa is 0h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Executive Airlines offers direct flights

Executive Airlines provides direct flight options for the Dar es Salaam to Mombasa route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa are rare.

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 Mombasa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$416

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa.

📍 ~8 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$424

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Ukunda (UKA)

Ukunda Airport is ideal for domestic connections within Kenya, especially for Mombasa's South Coast.

📍 ~35 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$539

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

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From DAR

Elite

Dec 06

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,617

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

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Dec 28

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,618

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 28

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,623

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 16

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,626

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 06

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,629

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 20

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,632

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Dec 20

Mombasa, Kenya

34% AI deal score

$1,847

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 22

Mombasa, Kenya

33% AI deal score

$1,617

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 22

Mombasa, Kenya

33% AI deal score

$1,618

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Nov 05

Mombasa, Kenya

33% AI deal score

$1,618

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Nov 02

Mombasa, Kenya

33% AI deal score

$1,618

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Oct 13

Mombasa, Kenya

33% AI deal score

$1,620

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers might also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, may help you secure better prices. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with more favorable rates.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may require additional ground transportation, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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Dar es Salaam to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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

Regular price: $199 - $401

Prices for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $199 and $401. The current lowest deal is $414 with Executive Airlines, for travel from Nov 20-Nov 22.

now $414

Low $199

High $401

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

August

Cheapest

Flights from $350

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $743

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Executive Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$425

$443

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$371

$444

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$370

$444

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$423

$444

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$401

$444

One-way

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Mombasa

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Mombasa (MBA)

Executive Airlines

$420

$443

One-way

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

4 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 17

$665 → $456

31%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$588 → $476

19%

1 night

Oct 10 - Oct 11

$429 → $444

1 night

Oct 11 - Oct 12

$426 → $443

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Dar es Salaam - Mombasa route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Dar es Salaam to Mombasa are above the typical level historically.

📅 Best time to fly

September offers the lowest median price at $350

Historically, September, August, and October offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 0h 35m

The median nonstop flight duration from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa is 0h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Executive Airlines offers direct flights

Executive Airlines provides direct flight options for the Dar es Salaam to Mombasa route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa are rare.

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 Mombasa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$416

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa.

📍 ~8 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$424

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Ukunda (UKA)

Ukunda Airport is ideal for domestic connections within Kenya, especially for Mombasa's South Coast.

📍 ~35 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$539

Mombasa, Kenya

33% AI deal score

$1,620

Air Tanzania, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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

Dar es Salaam to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Dar es Salaam - Mombasa route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September offers the lowest median price at $350

Direct flights average 0h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Executive Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

Best Elite deals to Mombasa

Dec 06

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 16

Dec 06

Dec 20

Dec 20

Oct 22

Oct 22

Nov 05

Nov 02

Oct 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

How can I find cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa?

When should I book flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa?

Are direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Dar es Salaam to Mombasa flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Dar es Salaam to Mombasa flights?

Related routes

More routes from Dar es Salaam

Flights to Mombasa from other cities

Dar es Salaam to Mombasa: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa

Dar es Salaam - Mombasa route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September offers the lowest median price at $350

Direct flights average 0h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Executive Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Mombasa main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Mombasa used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Mombasa

Best Elite deals to Mombasa

Dec 06

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 16

Dec 06

Dec 20

Dec 20

Oct 22

Oct 22

Nov 05

Nov 02

Oct 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Mombasa

How can I find cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa?

When should I book flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa?