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Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 870 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 870, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 870 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jul.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Fri, 11 Jul, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 870, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 871 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 871, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 874 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 874, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 874 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 874, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 874 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 874, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 874 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 874, select.
Dar Es Salaam.ر.ق.‏ 899 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Cairo on Fri, 2 Jan, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 899, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Dar Es Salaam flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Cairo to Dar Es Salaam: Alternative routes

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Cairo to Dar Es Salaam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 870
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineAir Cairo
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam is ر.ق.‏ 1,199. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam.
Air Cairo, Gulf Air and EgyptAir fly direct from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam.
As of April 2025, there are 16 flights per week flying from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Dar Es Salaam is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport on Sunday, 4 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 41 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dar Es Salaam but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dar Es Salaam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dar Es Salaam.

Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.

  • Dar Es Salaam is one hour ahead of Cairo and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Flights from CAI to DAR start from 21:30 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last service of the day is at 22:35 with EgyptAir. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your CAI to DAR flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • EgyptAir is your gateway to exploring Dar Es Salaam (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Tanzania!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is EgyptAir.

  • EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier that operates CAI to DAR flights.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAI and DAR:

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

    • Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 870 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق.‏ 1,199. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from CAI to DAR, book your journey six months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from CAI to DAR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 63.38% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to CAI:

Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • Reserve a hotel near DAR if you're on a late Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Dar Es Salaam's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam

  • Julius Nyerere International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Dar Es Salaam in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 29ºC then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've done Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to explore other parts of Tanzania. Journey around 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to tick off its must-visit sights. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

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