Cheap Flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 328
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 26 mins
Most popular airlineKenya Airways
Average flights per week249

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam is ر.ق.‏ 658. 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.
1 hour and 26 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam.
Kenya Airways, KLM and Precision Air fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam.
As of June 2025, there are 249 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Dar Es Salaam is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport on Saturday, 14 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 26 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, Skyward Express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dar Es Salaam.

Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Nairobi and Dar Es Salaam follow the same timezone, UTC+3.

  • You can choose from 128 weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights. The 01:30 departure with Kenya Airways is the earliest available. Kenya Airways operates the last service of the day at 23:45.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NBO to DAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • With direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Dar Es Salaam (and then other corners of Tanzania) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:

  • Most passengers choose to fly with Kenya Airways on this route.

  • With 79.58% of its services landing as planned, Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier operating NBO to DAR flights.

  • If you'd love to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Zanzibar International Airport is a well-known stop between NBO and DAR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is ر.ق.‏ 328. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ر.ق.‏ 658. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to DAR.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from NBO to DAR.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • Of the departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near NBO:

Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • Book a hotel near DAR if you're taking a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

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

  • Julius Nyerere International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from NBO to DAR around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.

  • Arusha is another standout destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without visiting Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

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