$157 Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Nairobi (NBO)

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Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi (DAR-NBO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $157 for one-way flights and $314 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

World Ticket Ltd
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$314 Roundtrip, just found
$314
Roundtrip
just found
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $314 just found
World Ticket Ltd
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$321 Roundtrip, just found
$321
Roundtrip
just found
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $321 just found
World Ticket Ltd
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 28
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$324 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $324 found 7 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 7
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$329 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$329
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $329 found 4 hours ago
Rwandair
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 14
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$337 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$337
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $337 found 1 hour ago
World Ticket Ltd
Fri, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 10
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$348 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $348 found 15 hours ago
World Ticket Ltd
Mon, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 13
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$351 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$351
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $351 found 3 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 2
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$353 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Tue, Sep 2, priced at $353 found 4 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$385 Roundtrip, just found
$385
Roundtrip
just found
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $385 just found
Uganda Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 23
DAR
Dar es Salaam
NBO
Nairobi
$424 Roundtrip, just found
$424
Roundtrip
just found
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi, returning Thu, Oct 23, priced at $424 just found

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From $269 - $326 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Nairobi

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

Select flight to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. NBO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $314
NBO
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $314
Flights from Dar es Salaam (DAR) to Nairobi (NBO)
Origin airport
Julius Nyerere Intl.
Destination airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Hahn Air Systems, Kenya Airways, Rwandair, Uganda Airlines, World Ticket Ltd
Roundtrip price
$314
Distance
413 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 52 mins

Dar es Salaam to Nairobi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Dar es Salaam to Nairobi

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

 

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

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

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 Nairobi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $157 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 Nairobi 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 Nairobi 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) cost?
You can pick up cheap return fares starting at $314 from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). 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 FlexFlight flight leaving DAR on August 17 2025 and touching down at NBO. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DAR to NBO?
The cheapest flights from DAR to NBO 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Pick from 3 airlines that fly nonstop from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). These include:

  • Kenya Airways
  • Air Tanzania
  • Zambia Airways

What is the cheapest airline that flies from DAR to NBO?
With fares starting at $157 for a one-way journey from DAR to NBO, FlexFlight is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DAR on September 22 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
With an average of 5 nonstop flights that operate from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) daily, you'll be soaring through the skies in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
The 8 PM departures from DAR to NBO are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you're hoping to save money, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from DAR to NBO?
Friday has the most flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). Consider taking off 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)'s first flight to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) departs at approximately 3:50AM UTC+3. With a total travel time of 1h 20m, you'll arrive at around 5:10AM UTC+3.
How long does it take to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
The average flight time from DAR to NBO is 1 hour and 23 minutes, covering a total distance of 410 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DAR to NBO?
With 100% of flights typically landing on schedule, KLM has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). To monitor your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Select a flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Nairobi from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR)?
Explore your flight options from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). This is the only airport in Nairobi you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from DAR to NBO often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for a better chance of snagging a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DAR to NBO flight and hotel package?
Booking a DAR to NBO flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Pick from our wide range of hotels and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport (DAR) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
If you booked your DAR to NBO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the fare 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 if you'd like more information.

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