Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam is three hours ahead of Dublin and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DUB to DAR flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DUB and DAR:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
At the moment, C$532 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$923. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DUB to DAR, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights departing from Dublin Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DUB? If you're catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Consider staying in a hotel near DAR if you have a late Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 Rental to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from DUB to DAR in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
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.