Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
3 hours 30 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Dar Es Salaam is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are 8 flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you want to take off as soon as possible, take the 03:25 Airlink (South Africa) flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from JNB to DAR is 22:00 with Airlink (South Africa).
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the popular stopovers between JNB and DAR:
Zanzibar International Airport
Chileka Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from JNB to DAR, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is RM869. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,490. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from JNB to DAR, reserve your journey 6 months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from JNB to DAR every day.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Located around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo International Airport can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to JNB? If you've booked an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near DAR:
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. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you want to visit Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JNB to DAR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dar Es Salaam
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Dar Es Salaam right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from JNB to DAR:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Zanzibar Insurance Corporation - ZIC, Coco Beach and Bongoyo Island are must-visits when exploring Dar Es Salaam.
Complete your Dar Es Salaam trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Julius Nyerere International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Dar Es Salaam stay.