Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 25 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, making Dar Es Salaam one hour behind Dubai.
Every week, there are 57 Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights. To be on board early, go for the 04:00 Air Tanzania flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 09:30 with Emirates.
Your DXB to DAR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Emirates offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Dar Es Salaam — and maybe even more of Tanzania if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Emirates.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for DXB to DAR flights is Emirates.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and DAR:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Zanzibar International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is 186 €. A return plane ticket right now is 330 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to DAR by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from DXB to DAR.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
74.31% of flights that depart Dubai Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and chase adventure across Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
From Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dar Es Salaam. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB 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 discovered once you've seen Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Tanzania, head for Arusha, roughly 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum are among the biggest draws.