Travelling from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam and Arusha are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from DAR to ARK start at 07:55 — the earliest with Precision Air. The latest departure is at 19:10 with Precision Air. Overall, there are 34 weekly Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DAR to ARK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
You can travel nonstop to Arusha, Tanzania. Take to the skies with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Flightlink on this route.
Among carriers operating DAR to ARK flights, Precision Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DAR and ARK:
Zanzibar Airport
Kilimanjaro Airport
Seronera Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
At the moment, 52 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 130 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from DAR to ARK by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Of all flights departing from Dar Es Salaam Airport, 61% touch down on time at their destination.
Dar Es Salaam Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DAR:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ARK instead:
Travel beyond Arusha and head to places that many travellers miss with your own wheels. You can grab a Arusha Airport rental car from popular outlets like Auto-Union or Europcar.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Arusha Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
December is the most popular month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Arusha in March.
When booking your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Arusha, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DAR to ARK in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Mwanza is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've seen Arusha. Around 434 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Kogatende Serengeti Safaris, Bismarck Rock and Standing Point.
If there's time to check out another side of Tanzania, consider Zanzibar, about 418 kilometres south-east of Arusha. House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions are highlights.