Can I fly direct from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam?

Yes, direct flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam are available. Historically, direct flights accounted for approximately 32.7% of all available routes across the trailing 90 days. For journeys involving a stopover, the median number of stopovers was one. Travelers seeking a more direct route have a good chance of finding one for this popular destination.

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

The typical direct flight from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes, which is equivalent to 175 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 35 minutes, or 395 minutes. The air distance between these two cities is 668 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How often do Nairobi to Dar es Salaam flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Nairobi to Dar es Salaam route experience regular drops. This indicates that price fluctuations are a common occurrence for this route. Travelers monitoring prices over a 30-day window can expect to see opportunities for potential savings. Consistent monitoring can help in identifying favorable booking times.

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Nairobi to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

A typical journey from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam takes about 2h 55m, including connections. While direct flights are available, most itineraries involve at least one stop. For connecting flights, the median travel time extends to 9h 20m, significantly longer than the non-stop option of 2h 55m.

When looking for cheap flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, prices typically range from $418–$657, with a median fare of $496. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals show up several times a week, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is in July, with a median fare of $229. Other affordable months include January, where the median fare is $302, and February, with a median of $303. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam connect at least once, with only 32.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that involve a connection, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means you will likely encounter a layover on your journey, which can extend the overall travel time.

The distance between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam is 668 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the availability of direct flights, though connecting options are more prevalent.

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

Regular price: $314 - $413

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

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is typically between $314 and $413. The current lowest deal is $292 with Air Tanzania for travel from Mar 16-Mar 17.

now $292

Low $314

High $413

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to DAR is July, with a median price of $229. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $696. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $229

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $696

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$422

$329

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$419

$329

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Tanzania

$416

$675

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Tanzania

$414

$712

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Turkish Airlines

$523

$1,296

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Turkish Airlines

$596

$1,556

One-way

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

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

$423 → $308

27%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$419 → $329

21%

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

$399 → $311

22%

1 night

Dec 11 - Dec 12

$399 → $329

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Nairobi - Dar es Salaam route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Nairobi to Dar es Salaam are above the typical level over the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in July for the best prices.

Historically, July offers the lowest median prices at $229, followed by January and February.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 55m.

Direct flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam typically take 2 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air Tanzania offers direct flights.

Air Tanzania provides direct flight options on this route, with connecting flights also available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania has a direct deal for $292.

Air Tanzania has a direct deal for $292 from March 16-March 17, 2027.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are rare for this route.

Historically, only 6% of recent fares from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam were considered good prices.

Nairobi main airports to depart from

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a key departure point for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~12 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$292

Dar es Salaam main airports to arrive at

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Dar es Salaam.

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

💸 Flights from ~$308

Airports nearby Dar es Salaam used as alternative

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Consider Zanzibar (ZNZ) as an alternative for its proximity and frequent flights to Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~75 km from Dar es Salaam (requires a sea or air transfer from the mainland)

💸 Flights from ~$307

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dar es Salaam

36% AI deal score

$1,114

Air Tanzania

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dar es Salaam

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $555 for bookings made in this window. In contrast, booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw average prices rise to $621. Planning ahead by at least 28-59 days also offered better value, with an average price of $567.

A flight from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $418. This threshold is based on historical data from the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during that period was $496, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $657. Therefore, securing a ticket for less than $418 represents significant savings compared to typical fares.

Historically, July has been the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam, with a median price of $229. January and February also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $302 and $303 respectively. These months represent a notable saving compared to the annual median price for this route, which stands at $496. Travelers looking for the best value should consider these months.

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Nairobi to Dar es Salaam: Overview

Insights for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

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

Regular price: $314 - $413

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

The regular price range for flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam is typically between $314 and $413. The current lowest deal is $292 with Air Tanzania for travel from Mar 16-Mar 17.

now $292

Low $314

High $413

The cheapest time to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

The cheapest month to fly from NBO to DAR is July, with a median price of $229. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $696. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $229

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $696

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania

Last-minute flights going from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$422

$329

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Precision Air

$419

$329

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Tanzania

$416

$675

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Air Tanzania

$414

$712

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Turkish Airlines

$523

$1,296

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

NBO - Dar es Salaam

Nairobi (NBO) - Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Turkish Airlines

$596

$1,556

One-way

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

1 night

Nov 4 - Nov 5

$423 → $308

27%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$419 → $329

21%

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

$399 → $311

22%

1 night

Dec 11 - Dec 12

$399 → $329

18%

Popular Airports to fly from Nairobi to Dar es Salaam