Travelling from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 7 hours behind Dar Es Salaam, where Julius Nyerere International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from DAR to New York.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing flights from DAR to New York, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a passport from Tanzania, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines ahead of booking and definitely before you fly.
DAR is about 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 28 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near DAR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to New York
RM2,556 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM2,928. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DAR to New York. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from DAR to New York every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometres from central New York. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near EWR if you have a late flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The centre of New York is located around 48 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). As soon as your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 48 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to JFK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from DAR to New York:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit New York, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from DAR to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.
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