Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Kigali.
Flights from KGL to DAR start from 12:30 — the earliest with RwandAir. The last service of the day is at 12:30 with RwandAir. Overall, there are four weekly Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your KGL to DAR flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Dar Es Salaam (and then seeing more of Tanzania!) is a snap with RwandAir. This popular airline has direct flights from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
RwandAir is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for KGL to DAR flights is RwandAir.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between KGL and DAR:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is C$318. A round-trip plane ticket is currently C$439. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from KGL to DAR, reserve your trip seven months before your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of all flights departing from Kigali International Airport, 71.6% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Kigali to Kigali International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near KGL:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're getting in on a late Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near DAR:
Grab a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car and discover Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Rental are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
From Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dar Es Salaam. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Kigali International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you want to visit Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KGL to DAR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've seen Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to discover other corners of Tanzania. Journey about 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to check off its top sights. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.