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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can often be significantly cheaper. Consider if the time saved is worth the potential extra cost for your travel plans.

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

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

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

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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London to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Dar es Salaam

Flights from London to Dar es Salaam cover a substantial distance of 7,508 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. Right now, fares for cheap flights from London to Dar es Salaam typically range from $828 to $1,675, with a median price of $1,219. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from London to Dar es Salaam, the data shows that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $786. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $825, and June is also a relatively inexpensive option with a median fare of $956.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once. Specifically, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from London to Dar es Salaam. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from London to Dar es Salaam takes approximately 27h 55m, including connections. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting flights.

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

Regular price: £520 - £1,201

Prices for flights from London to Dar es Salaam are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Dar es Salaam is between 520 GBP and 1201 GBP. The current lowest deal is 469 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 28.

now £469

Low £520

High £1,201

The cheapest time to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from London to Dar es Salaam is April, with a median price of $786. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1694. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from £786

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,694

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from London to Dar es Salaam

Oman Air

Ethiopian Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Dar es Salaam

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£629

£467

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£648

£489

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£678

£491

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£628

£491

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£797

£541

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£639

£555

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

£760 → £527

31%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

£731 → £528

28%

7 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 28

£667 → £475

29%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

£765 → £576

25%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

London - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Dar es Salaam are above the typical level at $1219.

📅 Best time to fly

April offers the lowest median price

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $786.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 27h 55m

Flights from London to Dar es Salaam typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 27h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

There are no direct flights; connecting flights are the only option for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Oman Air offers the most deals

Oman Air has 31 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from London to Dar es Salaam are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers a good option for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£556

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport is a convenient choice for your journey from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£579

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport provides many flight options for travelers flying from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£651

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a close-to-city option for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£687

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is another departure point for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£686

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport is a viable option for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£565

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~£551

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Consider this airport for its extreme proximity to Dar es Salaam and frequent flight options, but note it requires a sea or air transfer from the mainland.

📍 ~75 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~£420

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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 across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Look out for layovers, as these flights are often more budget-friendly.

Booking in advance can often lead to better prices for international flights. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear, so it's useful to monitor price trends. Mid-week bookings may also sometimes offer more competitive fares.

Comparing flights from different airports in the London area can sometimes reveal more economical options. Similarly, checking if there are other airports near Dar es Salaam that offer flights may also provide alternative choices. Always factor in the cost and time of ground transportation to and from these airports.

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London to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Dar es Salaam

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

Regular price: £520 - £1,201

Prices for flights from London to Dar es Salaam are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Dar es Salaam is between 520 GBP and 1201 GBP. The current lowest deal is 469 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 28.

now £469

Low £520

High £1,201

The cheapest time to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

April

Cheapest

Flights from £786

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,694

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from London to Dar es Salaam

Oman Air

Ethiopian Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Dar es Salaam

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£629

£467

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£648

£489

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£678

£491

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£628

£491

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£797

£541

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Dar es Salaam

London (STN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ryanair

£639

£555

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

£760 → £527

31%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

£731 → £528

28%

7 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 28

£667 → £475

29%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

£765 → £576

25%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

London - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Dar es Salaam are above the typical level at $1219.

📅 Best time to fly

April offers the lowest median price

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $786.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 27h 55m

Flights from London to Dar es Salaam typically involve 2 stopovers, lasting 27h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

There are no direct flights; connecting flights are the only option for this long-haul route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Oman Air offers the most deals

Oman Air has 31 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from London to Dar es Salaam are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Luton (LTN)

Cheapest

Luton Airport offers a good option for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~44 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£556

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick Airport is a convenient choice for your journey from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£579

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow Airport provides many flight options for travelers flying from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~23 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£651

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a close-to-city option for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£687

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend Airport is another departure point for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~57 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£686

London Stansted (STN)

London Stansted Airport is a viable option for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~49 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£565

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~£551

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Consider this airport for its extreme proximity to Dar es Salaam and frequent flight options, but note it requires a sea or air transfer from the mainland.

📍 ~75 km from Dar es Salaam (reachable by ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~£420

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dar es Salaam

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from London to Dar es Salaam.

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Best Elite deals to Dar es Salaam

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From LGW

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Cheap Flights from London to Dar es Salaam

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

London to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Dar es Salaam

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

The cheapest time to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

Direct flights from London to Dar es Salaam

Last-minute flights going from London to Dar es Salaam

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

London - Dar es Salaam route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights average 27h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Oman Air offers the most deals

Deals appear frequently

London main airports to depart from

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dar es Salaam

Best Elite deals to Dar es Salaam

Sep 27

Nov 30

Nov 28

Nov 30

Nov 23

Nov 18

Dec 04

Nov 28

Nov 26

Dec 03

Sep 26

Sep 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

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

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

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

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

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

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

Related routes

More routes from London

Flights to Dar es Salaam from other cities

London to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Dar es Salaam

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

The cheapest time to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

Direct flights from London to Dar es Salaam

Last-minute flights going from London to Dar es Salaam

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Dar es Salaam

London - Dar es Salaam route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April offers the lowest median price

Connecting flights average 27h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Oman Air offers the most deals

Deals appear frequently

London main airports to depart from

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dar es Salaam

Best Elite deals to Dar es Salaam

Sep 27

Nov 30

Nov 28

Nov 30

Nov 23

Nov 18

Dec 04

Nov 28

Nov 26

Dec 03

Sep 26

Sep 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

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

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

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