Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Abuja.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ABV to DAR flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between ABV and DAR:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
545 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Return flights start at 792 €. These prices can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from ABV to DAR, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
When it comes to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport's on-time performance, 64.23% of flights complete their journey on time.
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
If you've booked an early flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra z's) at Peace Media Hotels. Abi's Place is another convenient accommodation option near ABV.
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you have a late Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near DAR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving 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 about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Dar Es Salaam in February.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ABV to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.