Travelling from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam one hour ahead of Athens.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ATH to DAR flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between ATH and DAR include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Rs112,154 is the lowest price for a one-way Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs209,371. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ATH to DAR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATH to DAR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Athens International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dar Es Salaam Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Rental to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dar Es Salaam Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
From Dar Es Salaam Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Dar Es Salaam in March.
Before locking in your flight from Athens International Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ATH to DAR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts 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 popular sights like House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
