Travelling from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): What you need to know
Nairobi has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) heading out from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight.
Julius Nyerere International Airport is located in Dar Es Salaam. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Nairobi.
The busiest route is from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), with 43 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from NBO to DAR is the 1am Air Tanzania option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 11:59pm with Air Tanzania.
To ensure you get on your flight from Nairobi to DAR, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
High season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Nairobi
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) take off from this terminal.
At NBO, there's a range of carriers that operate direct flights from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport, including:
The top choice among passengers flying between NBO and DAR is Kenya Airways.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 79.58% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Travelling from central Nairobi to NBO takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport:
67.1% of flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Wilson Airport (WIL)
WIL is about 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Wilson Airport the day before your Nairobi to DAR flight:
About Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Book a hotel close to DAR if you're catching a late flight from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Hit the road running by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Dar Es Salaam's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Currently, 78 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 155 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Nairobi to DAR. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Dar Es Salaam. July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Nairobi to DAR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport in July when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Dar Es Salaam
Once you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Julius Nyerere International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dar Es Salaam:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Baobab trees, Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve System and Safari Solutions are must-visits when exploring Dar Es Salaam.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres west of Dar Es Salaam, a trip to Morogoro will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Tanzania, consider Tanga, about 193 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam. Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet are among its highlights.