Are there direct flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, direct flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam are available. Historically, approximately 21.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys involving connecting flights, travelers typically experience one stopover. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam?

A direct flight from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam typically takes about 2 hours and 20 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to approximately 9 hours and 15 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 1502 kilometers. Travelers can expect varying durations depending on whether their chosen flight includes layovers.

How often do cheap flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam come up frequently. This route is characterized by consistent availability of favorable prices. Travelers can typically find good deals with regularity across the trailing 30-day period. The route is considered to have frequent opportunities for finding competitive fares.

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August 25 - August 26

Cheapest

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$470

$332

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August 12 - August 13

Cheapest

Best

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$488

$332

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August 3 - August 4

Best

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$501

$340

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November 10 - November 11

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$419

$340

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August 27 - August 28

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$470

$341

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September 8 - September 9

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$433

$341

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September 1 - September 2

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$435

$341

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August 13 - August 14

LUN - Dar es Salaam

$487

$342

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July 15 - July 16

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LUN - Dar es Salaam

$440

$343

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July 20 - July 21

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$418

$343

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Lusaka to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam

Flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam cover a distance of 1502 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam, fares typically range from $344–$566, with a median of $462. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 18% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam? The data indicates that June is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $415. Following closely are July, with a median of $434, and August, where the median fare is $436. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for savings.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 21.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 1. This means you'll usually find options that include a stopover on your journey.

How long is the flight from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 9h 0m. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect when flying between these two cities.

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

Regular price: $393 - $505

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

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam is typically between 393 USD and 505 USD. The current lowest deal is 333 USD with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Aug 25-Aug 26.

now $333

Low $393

High $505

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam is June, with a median price of $415. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $558. Prices are generally lower from April to October.

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Flights from $415

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Flights from $558

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Direct flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dar es Salaam

Lusaka (LUN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$442

$343

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dar es Salaam

Lusaka (LUN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$442

$343

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dar es Salaam

Lusaka (LUN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$440

$343

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dar es Salaam

Lusaka (LUN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$400

$418

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dar es Salaam

Lusaka (LUN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$440

$343

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Dar es Salaam

Lusaka (LUN) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Ethiopian Airlines

$440

$343

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 3 - Aug 4

$488 → $341

30%

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

$478 → $341

29%

1 night

Aug 17 - Aug 18

$470 → $345

27%

1 night

Aug 27 - Aug 28

$466 → $343

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam

Lusaka - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam are below the typical level, with a median of $462.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $415.

⏱️ Flight duration

The typical flight duration is 9h 0m

Flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam typically take 9h 0m, including stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 78.9% of recent deals, with typically 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers direct flights

Air Tanzania has offered direct flights on the Lusaka to Dar es Salaam route.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals are available on this route

Deals on flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam are frequent, appearing often.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Departing from Lusaka, Kenneth Kaunda International Airport offers flights to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~20 km from Lusaka (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$393

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 Lusaka to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~$393

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Consider this airport for its proximity to Dar es Salaam, offering good connections and ferry services, though requiring a transfer.

📍 ~65 km from destination city (reachable by ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$420

Moi International (MBA)

This major international hub provides diverse airline options, but note the international border crossing and significant distance.

📍 ~360 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$592

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

A primary international gateway for northern Tanzania, offering strong connectivity, but it is a long distance from Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~470 km from destination city (reachable by domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$507

Dodoma (DOD)

As the national capital airport, it offers increasing domestic flight options within Tanzania, avoiding international borders.

📍 ~450 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$542

Arusha (ARK)

This regional hub for northern Tanzania is useful for domestic and regional connections, but has limited international reach.

📍 ~570 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$609

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam is typically 14-27 days before departure. Within this period, the average price observed was $441. Booking 7-13 days out saw an average price of $458, while booking 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a higher average price of $693. Planning within the 14-27 day window generally offers better value based on trailing 90-day data.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $344. The median price for this route has historically been around $462. Prices above $566 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum for this route. By comparing prices to the $344 threshold, travelers can identify favorable offers.

Historically, June has shown to be one of the cheapest months for flights from Lusaka to Dar es Salaam, with a median price of $415. July also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $434. August, while also listed among the cheaper months with a median of $436, was also observed as the most expensive month in the trailing 270-day period. The annual median price for this route is $462.

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