Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Johannesburg: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is 1 hour behind Dar Es Salaam, where Julius Nyerere International Airport is located. Johannesburg operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
With 17 weekly flights between the two airports, Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the busiest route. Airlink operates the earliest flight at 03:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from DAR to JNB is with Airlink at 14:50.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from DAR to Johannesburg. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
You can book a direct flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg that touches down at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Airlink is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from DAR to Johannesburg. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you hold a passport from Tanzania and want to travel to South Africa for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your reason for visiting and are subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg.
Central Dar Es Salaam to DAR is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 28 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to DAR:
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Johannesburg
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg is Rs51,580. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs88,385. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from DAR to Johannesburg by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 12 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
After your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 51 minutes by car. Central Johannesburg is roughly 48 kilometres from Lanseria International Airport (HLA).
After your flight from DAR to Johannesburg, settle in at a hotel near HLA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Johannesburg
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg. July is the most popular month to visit Johannesburg. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from DAR to Johannesburg in July when temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC.
More about Johannesburg
Once you've booked your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Johannesburg, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Johannesburg:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Constitution Hill, Maboneng Precinct and Johannesburg Zoo are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Johannesburg itinerary.
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