Flying from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Check out your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organising your flight from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR).
Take a direct Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 5 hours 25 minutes.
Julius Nyerere International Airport is located in Dar Es Salaam. The city is in the UTC+3 timezone and is one hour behind Dubai.
With 11 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is the busiest route. Air Tanzania operates the earliest flight at 4am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from DXB to DAR is with Emirates at 9:30am.
Your flight from Dubai to DAR won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Get to your destination in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Nonstop flights from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) are available from here.
When departing from DXB, you can take a direct flight from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport with Emirates.
The top choice among passengers flying between DXB and DAR is Emirates.
Emirates is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Dubai to DAR leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
DXB is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Dubai Airport:
74.31% of flights leaving from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
On public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to DAR flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 56.64%.
About Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near DAR:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Currently, Rs63,397 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs126,267. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Dubai to DAR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Dubai to DAR.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is when most people book flights from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR). Visit Dar Es Salaam in February for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Dubai to DAR flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dar Es Salaam to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport in July when temperatures are between 20ºC and 29ºC.
More about Dar Es Salaam
Start your Dar Es Salaam trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Julius Nyerere International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Baobab trees and Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve System are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Dar Es Salaam must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Safari Solutions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you'll want to see. Around 177 kilometres west of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Morogoro will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Tanzania, head for Tanga, about 193 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam. Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet are key highlights.
