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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical, especially if you are open to a longer journey. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities regarding cost versus convenience.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Dar es Salaam to Maputo 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. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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2026-09-02 – 2026-09-08
DAR - Maputo
68% AI deal score
$843
$765
Round trip
2026-09-01 – 2026-09-08
DAR - Maputo
67% AI deal score
$833
$778
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2026-09-01 – 2026-09-07
DAR - Maputo
67% AI deal score
$834
$781
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2026-08-25 – 2026-08-29
DAR - Maputo
71% AI deal score
$1,041
$792
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2026-09-03 – 2026-09-08
DAR - Maputo
67% AI deal score
$869
$818
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2026-08-28 – 2026-09-01
DAR - Maputo
71% AI deal score
$1,028
$828
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2026-08-27 – 2026-09-08
DAR - Maputo
66% AI deal score
$822
$829
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71% AI deal score
$1,034
$851
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DAR - Maputo
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$718
$853
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DAR - Maputo
44% AI deal score
$815
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Dar es Salaam to Maputo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

For those looking for cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo, January stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $508. Other cost-effective options include April and July, both showing median fares of $511. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo typically range from $504–$585, with a median price of $537. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. It is worth noting that currently, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that deals are not readily available at the moment.

When considering the flight from Dar es Salaam to Maputo, most itineraries connect at least once. Currently, 0% of recent fares are for direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo. For the majority of journeys that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Maputo takes about 11h 45m, including connections. This duration accounts for the common connecting itineraries on this route, as direct flights are not currently available. Travelers should plan for this extended travel time when booking their trips.

The distance between Dar es Salaam and Maputo is 2,231 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it is too far for a short trip but not long enough to be considered a long-distance international journey.

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

Regular price: $463 - $659

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

The regular price range for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo is between $463 and $659. The current lowest deal is $2896 for a flight with kayak, traveling from Feb 4-Feb 8.

now $2,896

Low $463

High $659

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Mpumalanga is January, with a median price of $508. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $554. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $508

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $554

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Ethiopian Airlines

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Airlink

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Kenya Airways

$904

$777

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Ethiopian Airlines, Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$895

$778

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Ethiopian Airlines, Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$847

$811

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,012

$1,145

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Turkish Airlines

$895

$2,000

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Turkish Airlines

$765

$2,000

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$1,041 → $779

25%

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$1,055 → $941

11%

4 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 1

$1,028 → $940

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$841 → $764

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Dar es Salaam - Maputo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Maputo are above the typical level at $2896.

📅 Best time to fly

January, April, and July offer lower median prices

Historically, January ($508), April ($511), and July ($511) show lower median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 11h 45m

Flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo typically take 11 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines offers 70 direct deals

Ethiopian Airlines has 70 direct deals, followed by Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique with 25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo 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 good choice for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$731

Maputo main airports to arrive at

Maputo International (MPM)

Cheapest

Maputo International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Maputo.

📍 ~5 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$731

Airports nearby Maputo used as alternative

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Consider O. R. Tambo International for its extensive flight network and potentially lower fares.

📍 ~430 km from Maputo (reachable by car or connecting flight)

💸 Flights from ~$397

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Maputo

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From DAR

Elite

Aug 27

Maputo, Mozambique

44% AI deal score

$5,662

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 29

Maputo, Mozambique

44% AI deal score

$13,790

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Sep 10

Maputo, Mozambique

44% AI deal score

$14,333

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Sep 09

Maputo, Mozambique

44% AI deal score

$14,333

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 29

Maputo, Mozambique

43% AI deal score

$16,130

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Sep 10

Maputo, Mozambique

43% AI deal score

$16,673

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Sep 09

Maputo, Mozambique

43% AI deal score

$16,673

Qatar Airways

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 28

Maputo, Mozambique

41% AI deal score

$4,543

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 28

Maputo, Mozambique

41% AI deal score

$4,546

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 26

Maputo, Mozambique

41% AI deal score

$4,549

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 31

Maputo, Mozambique

41% AI deal score

$4,550

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DAR

Elite

Aug 26

Maputo, Mozambique

41% AI deal score

$4,551

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Maputo

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these may sometimes reduce the overall cost of a ticket.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period may help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While not always necessary, it may offer more flexibility. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to and from these alternative airports.

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Dar es Salaam to Maputo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

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

Regular price: $463 - $659

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

The regular price range for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo is between $463 and $659. The current lowest deal is $2896 for a flight with kayak, traveling from Feb 4-Feb 8.

now $2,896

Low $463

High $659

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

January

Cheapest

Flights from $508

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $554

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Ethiopian Airlines

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Airlink

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Kenya Airways

$904

$777

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Ethiopian Airlines, Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$895

$778

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Ethiopian Airlines, Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

$847

$811

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,012

$1,145

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Turkish Airlines

$895

$2,000

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Maputo

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Maputo (MPM)

Turkish Airlines

$765

$2,000

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$1,041 → $779

25%

1 night

Aug 28 - Aug 29

$1,055 → $941

11%

4 nights

Aug 28 - Sep 1

$1,028 → $940

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$841 → $764

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Dar es Salaam - Maputo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Maputo are above the typical level at $2896.

📅 Best time to fly

January, April, and July offer lower median prices

Historically, January ($508), April ($511), and July ($511) show lower median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Average flight time is 11h 45m

Flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo typically take 11 hours and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ethiopian Airlines offers 70 direct deals

Ethiopian Airlines has 70 direct deals, followed by Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique with 25.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo 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 good choice for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$731

Maputo main airports to arrive at

Maputo International (MPM)

Cheapest

Maputo International Airport is a good choice for direct access to Maputo.

📍 ~5 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$731

Airports nearby Maputo used as alternative

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

Consider O. R. Tambo International for its extensive flight network and potentially lower fares.

📍 ~430 km from Maputo (reachable by car or connecting flight)

💸 Flights from ~$397

Maputo, Mozambique

41% AI deal score

$4,551

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Maputo

Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

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

Dar es Salaam to Maputo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Dar es Salaam - Maputo route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January, April, and July offer lower median prices

Average flight time is 11h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ethiopian Airlines offers 70 direct deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Maputo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Maputo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Maputo

Best Elite deals to Maputo

Aug 27

Aug 29

Sep 10

Sep 09

Aug 29

Sep 10

Sep 09

Aug 28

Aug 28

Aug 26

Aug 31

Aug 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Maputo

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

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

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from Dar es Salaam

Flights to Maputo from other cities

Dar es Salaam to Maputo: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

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

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Maputo

Dar es Salaam - Maputo route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

January, April, and July offer lower median prices

Average flight time is 11h 45m

Connecting flights are dominant

Ethiopian Airlines offers 70 direct deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Maputo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Maputo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Maputo

Best Elite deals to Maputo

Aug 27

Aug 29

Sep 10

Sep 09

Aug 29

Sep 10

Sep 09

Aug 28

Aug 28

Aug 26

Aug 31

Aug 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Maputo

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

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

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