Travelling from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul is 7 hours 35 minutes.
Istanbul and Dar Es Salaam (where Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+3 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
With nine flights a week between the two airports, Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Catch Turkish Airlines's 03:35 flight to get your journey from DAR to IST underway.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your DAR to Istanbul flight.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Start your journey at DAR and travel nonstop to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Get on board with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from DAR to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
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Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam, DAR can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near DAR? If you've booked an early flight from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of all flights departing from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, 60% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Istanbul
Rs114,112 is currently the best price for a one-way Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul flight. Return plane tickets start at Rs195,724. These prices can change based on demand.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from DAR to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DAR to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Unwind and get cosy after your DAR to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
Lock in the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from DAR to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
If you want to check out another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.