Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Riyadh and Dar Es Salaam share the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Your RUH to DAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RUH and DAR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
255 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 523 €. These fares may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to DAR, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination on time.
To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're arriving on a late King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near DAR:
Grab a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car and explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport to central Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Dar Es Salaam. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to DAR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a trip to Zanzibar will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Arusha is another must-experience destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without visiting Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.