$210 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dar es Salaam (DAR)

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam (JNB-DAR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $210 for one-way flights and $362 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Kenya Airways
Fri, Aug 8 - Thu, Aug 14
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$362 Roundtrip, just found
$362
Roundtrip
just found
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $362 just found
Kenya Airways
Sun, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 14
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$377 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$377
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sun, Jul 13 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Mon, Jul 14, priced at $377 found 2 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Wed, Feb 11
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$377 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$377
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $377 found 10 hours ago
Uganda Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Sun, Feb 15
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$386 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $386 found 10 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 31
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$392 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$392
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $392 found 2 days ago
Uganda Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Feb 8
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$398 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Sun, Feb 8, priced at $398 found 10 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Tue, Jul 29 - Fri, Aug 15
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$402 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$402
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $402 found 5 days ago
South African Airways
Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 31
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$403 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$403
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $403 found 2 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Feb 4
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$405 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$405
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 19 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Wed, Feb 4, priced at $405 found 10 hours ago
Airlink
Sun, Jul 13 - Wed, Jul 16
JNB
Johannesburg
DAR
Dar es Salaam
$426 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$426
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Sun, Jul 13 from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam, returning Wed, Jul 16, priced at $426 found 5 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dar es Salaam (DAR)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $348 - $440 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Dar es Salaam (DAR)
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Julius Nyerere Intl.
Airlines serving
Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Rwandair, South African Airways, Uganda Airlines, Zambia Airways
Roundtrip price
$362
Distance
1514 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 44 mins

Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $210 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting at $403 from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a South African Airways flight leaving JNB on July 23 2025 and touching down at DAR. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JNB to DAR?
The cheapest flights from JNB to DAR are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
Skip the layovers and travel straight to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) with 3 airlines, including:

  • Airlink (South Africa)
  • South African Airways
  • Air Tanzania

What is the cheapest airline that flies from JNB to DAR?
Travel from JNB to DAR with South African Airways. This carrier currently has the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $209. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JNB on September 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
When taking off from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), you can choose from an average of 2 daily nonstop flights to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
The 10 PM departures from JNB to DAR are typically the busiest. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from JNB to DAR?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR).
What is the earliest flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
The first flight of the day leaving from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) is at around 9:40AM UTC+2. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) at approximately 2:10PM UTC+3. The entire trip takes 3h 30m.
How long does it take to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
It takes roughly 3 hours and 30 minutes to fly the 1,500 mi from JNB to DAR.
What airline has the least delays from JNB to DAR?
Airlink (South Africa) has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR), with an on-time rating of 97%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you jet off and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
To arrive at Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) without delays, select a flight that takes off from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Dar es Salaam from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
You'll touch down at Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) or Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) when traveling to Dar es Salaam on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) last-minute?
Booking your flight from JNB to DAR right before your trip is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JNB to DAR flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a JNB to DAR flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your JNB to DAR flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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