Travelling from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Brussels. Explore your options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when planning your flight from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR).
Julius Nyerere International Airport is located in Dar Es Salaam. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 2 hours ahead of Brussels.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Brussels to DAR.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it easy to book a flight from Brussels to DAR with a stopover. To see all the options departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BRU and DAR include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
BRU is approximately 14 kilometres from central Brussels. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can get to CRL from central Brussels in approximately 56 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your vacation with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Brussels to DAR, unwind in one of these hotels close to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport:
About Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you have a late flight from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near DAR:
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
C$617 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,072. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To get your hands on flight tickets from Brussels to DAR, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your ticket from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Dar Es Salaam in February when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Dar Es Salaam. March is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Brussels to DAR during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport in July when temperatures average between 20ºC and 29ºC.
More about Dar Es Salaam
After booking your flight from Brussels to Julius Nyerere International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dar Es Salaam:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Dar Es Salaam is to check out its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Zanzibar Insurance Corporation - ZIC, Coco Beach and Bongoyo Island.
Complete your Dar Es Salaam trip with a car rental
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