Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 7 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul and Dar Es Salaam follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Every week, there are nine Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, select the 14:25 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 19:35 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IST to DAR flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Dar Es Salaam — and maybe even more of Tanzania if time allows.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IST and DAR:
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
Madinah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Currently, 313 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 670 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IST to DAR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DAR if you have a late Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dar Es Salaam Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Rental and explore beyond Dar Es Salaam's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Dar Es Salaam Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam Airport to the centre of Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Dar Es Salaam. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Istanbul Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport for February if you'd like to go to Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IST to DAR in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've seen Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to discover other parts of Tanzania. Travel around 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to tick off its popular sights. From House of Wonders to Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Arusha is another must-experience destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without experiencing Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.