Flying from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam two hours ahead of Geneva.
To ensure you get on your GVA to DAR flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GVA and DAR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Geneve Airport (GVA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Rs128,165 is the best price for a one-way Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs240,233. These fares may change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GVA to DAR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GVA to DAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about Geneve Airport (GVA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Geneve Airport, 65.81% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Geneva to Geneve Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to GVA:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Dar Es Salaam in February.
When reserving your flight from Geneve Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from GVA to DAR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've visited Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to explore more of Tanzania. Travel around 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to check off its top attractions. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another favourite stop in Tanzania. No visit is complete without checking out Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.