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

Direct flights often offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or holidays. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may reveal more affordable options.

What extra costs should I check before booking Francistown to Dar es Salaam 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. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the total cost of your trip accurately.

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To Dar es Salaam

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2026-08-26 – 2026-08-29
FRW - Dar es Salaam
42% AI deal score
$770
$1,021
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$541
$1,043
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Francistown to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

For cheap flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam, fares typically range from $514–$524, with a median price of $517. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are not common.

A typical journey from Francistown to Dar es Salaam takes approximately 10h 20m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2,028 kilometers.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This means that direct flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam are not a common option.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Francistown to Dar es Salaam, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $515. Other relatively inexpensive months include August, with a median fare of $516, and May, where the median fare is $517. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

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

Regular price: $378 - $946

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

The regular price range for this route is between 378 USD and 946 USD. The current lowest deal is 1033 USD with Air Botswana, for travel from Nov 1-Nov 20.

now $1,033

Low $378

High $946

The cheapest time to fly from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

For flights from FRW to DAR, January is the cheapest month with a median price of $515. The most expensive month to fly is February, with a median price of $835. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $515

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $835

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

Air Botswana

South African Airways

Air Tanzania

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$585

$1,230

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$671

$1,230

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$625

$1,230

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$544

$1,326

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, Airlink, South African Airways

$646

$1,275

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, Airlink

$647

$1,218

One-way

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

6 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 26

$547 → $1,041

90%

6 nights

Oct 11 - Oct 17

$541 → $1,038

92%

8 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 17

$522 → $1,038

99%

21 nights

Oct 30 - Nov 20

$492 → $1,033

110%

Popular Airports to fly from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

Francistown - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Francistown to Dar es Salaam are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January, August, and May offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 10h 20m

Flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam typically take 10h 20m with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

This route is connecting-dominant; no direct flights are available from Francistown to Dar es Salaam.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers deals on this route

Air Botswana has historically offered 42 deals on connecting flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

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

Francistown main airports to depart from

Francistown (FRW)

Cheapest

Francistown Airport (FRW) is a good option for flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~5 km from city center

💸 Flights from ~$1,058

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,058

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ) is a premier alternative due to its extreme proximity to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~60 km from Dar es Salaam (requires a ferry or short flight transfer)

💸 Flights from ~$1,037

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and online travel agencies can also help you identify better deals. Looking into flights with layovers instead of direct routes may sometimes offer savings.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower prices. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to book. Avoiding peak travel seasons usually helps in finding more economical options.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover alternative flight options. While it may add travel time to reach a different airport, the potential savings on airfare can make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in the cost and convenience of ground transportation.

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Francistown to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

A typical journey from Francistown to Dar es Salaam takes approximately 10h 20m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2,028 kilometers.

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

Regular price: $378 - $946

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

The regular price range for this route is between 378 USD and 946 USD. The current lowest deal is 1033 USD with Air Botswana, for travel from Nov 1-Nov 20.

now $1,033

Low $378

High $946

The cheapest time to fly from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

January

Cheapest

Flights from $515

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $835

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Aug

Sep

Direct flights from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

Air Botswana

South African Airways

Air Tanzania

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Francistown to Dar es Salaam

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$585

$1,230

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$671

$1,230

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$625

$1,230

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, South African Airways

$544

$1,326

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, Airlink, South African Airways

$646

$1,275

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Dar es Salaam

Francistown (FRW) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Botswana, Airlink

$647

$1,218

One-way

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

6 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 26

$547 → $1,041

90%

6 nights

Oct 11 - Oct 17

$541 → $1,038

92%

8 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 17

$522 → $1,038

99%

21 nights

Oct 30 - Nov 20

$492 → $1,033

110%

Popular Airports to fly from Francistown to Dar es Salaam