Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Amsterdam.
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 on time to catch your AMS to DAR flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between AMS and DAR:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Zanzibar International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
At the moment, Rs93,409 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs192,115. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from AMS to DAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Of the departures from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're coming in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DAR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks ahead.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you should also see. Around 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Zanzibar will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Arusha is another sought-after destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without dropping by Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
