$206 Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Johannesburg (JNB)

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Popular airlines from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $206 for one-way flights and $355 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$355 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $355 found 2 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 25
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$355 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $355 found 5 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$356 Roundtrip, just found
$356
Roundtrip
just found
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 23 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Dec 27, priced at $356 just found
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Tue, Sep 2
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$360 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$360
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $360 found 6 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 19
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$362 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$362
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $362 found 2 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 10
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$366 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 26 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $366 found 9 hours ago
Uganda Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 2
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$376 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$376
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Mon, Feb 2, priced at $376 found 3 days ago
Rwandair
Fri, Aug 15 - Thu, Aug 21
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$398 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $398 found 5 days ago
South African Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 30
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$415 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$415
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $415 found 5 days ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, Aug 22 - Sat, Aug 30
DAR
Dar es Salaam
JNB
Johannesburg
$448 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$448
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $448 found 5 days ago

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

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $334 - $361 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Johannesburg

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to O.R. Tambo Intl. JNB. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $362
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $362
Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Johannesburg (JNB)
Origin airport
Julius Nyerere Intl.
Destination airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Airlines serving
Airlink, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Rwandair, South African Airways, Uganda Airlines
Roundtrip price
$354
Distance
1514 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 39 mins

Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg

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 Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg: 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 Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg

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 Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $206 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 Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg 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 Dar es Salaam to Johannesburg 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 Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $206 or cheap return flight from $355 from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
August is the least expensive month to fly from DAR to JNB. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Avoid the layovers and travel straight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to 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 Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, Air Tanzania and South African Airways are often frequently picked for flights between Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) and O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest fare for your DAR to JNB flight.
How many flights per day from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
With an average of 2 direct flights departing from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) daily, you'll be on your way in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
More passengers fly between DAR and JNB at 5 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DAR to JNB?
Saturday offers the most flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Take the earliest flight at around 3:25AM UTC+3, departing from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR). You'll be in the air for around 3h 45m, landing at O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) at approximately 6:10AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
Flights from DAR to JNB have an average travel time of 3 hours and 41 minutes. The total distance between the two is 1,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DAR to JNB?
Consider booking with Airlink (South Africa) if you'd like to go straight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 97%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
To reach O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) on schedule, choose a flight that leaves Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Johannesburg from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
Browse your flight options from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB). This is the only Johannesburg airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from DAR to JNB generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DAR to JNB flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a DAR to JNB flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your ideal accommodations and flights, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
It's usually possible to cancel or reschedule your DAR to JNB flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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