Travelling from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam eight hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MSP to DAR flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is 912 €. A return plane ticket right now is 1.110 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MSP to DAR, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
MSP's address is 6040 28th Avenue South.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, data shows 77.37% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Minneapolis to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MSP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Consider booking a hotel near DAR if you have a late Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking 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
From Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you want to visit Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MSP to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania just waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Zanzibar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
If there's time to check out another corner of Tanzania, head for Arusha, roughly 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum are key reasons to visit.