$290 Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Cairo (CAI)

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Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Cairo (DAR-CAI)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $290 for one-way flights and $351 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Mon, Jan 26
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$351 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$351
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $351 found 4 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 30
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$382 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$382
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $382 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 30
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$394 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$394
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $394 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 30
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$405 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$405
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 25 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Fri, Jan 30, priced at $405 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Sun, Jan 11 - Sat, Jan 24
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$407 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$407
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jan 11 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Sat, Jan 24, priced at $407 found 4 days ago
EGYPTAIR
Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$416 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$416
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select EGYPTAIR flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $416 found 2 days ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 21
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$417 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$417
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Sat, Feb 21, priced at $417 found 4 days ago
Qatar Airways
Mon, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 31
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$499 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$499
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, Dec 1 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Wed, Dec 31, priced at $499 found 1 day ago
Oman Air
Fri, Sep 26 - Wed, Oct 1
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$667 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$667
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Oman Air flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $667 found 1 day ago
Turkish Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 1
DAR
Dar es Salaam
CAI
Cairo
$724 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$724
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Dar es Salaam to Cairo, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $724 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Cairo (CAI)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $337 - $708 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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

Select flight to Cairo Intl. CAI. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $879
CAI
Cairo Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $879
Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Cairo (CAI)
Origin airport
Julius Nyerere Intl.
Destination airport
Cairo Intl.
Airlines serving
EGYPTAIR, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Roundtrip price
$351
Distance
2606 mi
Average flight time
6 hours 45 mins

Dar es Salaam to Cairo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dar es Salaam to Cairo

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

 

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

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

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 Cairo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $290 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 Cairo 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 Cairo 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 Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) cost?
You can land cheap return flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) starting from $708. Grab a seat and get ready to go. 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 Egyptair flight leaving DAR on August 3 2025 and touching down at CAI. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DAR to CAI?
The cheapest flights from DAR to CAI 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 Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
You can fly directly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) on an EgyptAir flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DAR to CAI?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from DAR to CAI is Egyptair. You can jet off on this route from $333. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DAR on October 8 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
On average you can take your pick of 3 direct flights every week from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). To increase your travel options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Enter your details on Expedia and then set the filters to include one or two stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
More travelers fly between DAR and CAI at 5 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DAR to CAI?
Friday offers the most flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)'s earliest flight to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) leaves at approximately 5:25AM UTC+3. With a total journey time of 5h 50m, you'll land at around 10:15AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
It usually takes 5 hours and 50 minutes to fly the 2,600 mi from DAR to CAI.
What is the best time to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
To land at Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) on schedule, book 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 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 Cairo from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo, Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DAR to CAI right before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DAR to CAI flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DAR to CAI flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Cairo Intl. Airport (CAI)?
If you reserved your DAR to CAI flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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