Travelling from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport.
Dar Es Salaam and Arusha share the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
You can choose from 23 weekly Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with Precision Air is the earliest you can take. Auric Air operates the last service of the day at 16:15.
Your DAR to ARK flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport, so jetting off to Arusha (and then exploring more of Tanzania!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Precision Air on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for DAR to ARK flights is Precision Air.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DAR and ARK:
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Zanzibar International Airport
Seronera Airstrip Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
R 231 is the best price for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,519. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from DAR to ARK, reserve your trip five months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
68.39% of flights taking off from Julius Nyerere International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Dar Es Salaam to Julius Nyerere International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near DAR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ARK instead:
Line up an Arusha Airport rental car from leading companies like Auto-Union or Europcar. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Arusha and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Arusha Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
Arusha Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Arusha. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Arusha. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport for February if you want to explore Arusha during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DAR to ARK sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've done Arusha, now it's time to explore more of Tanzania. Travel about 434 kilometres west to Mwanza to check off its leading sights. From Bismarck Rock to Pasha Beach and Igoma Cemetery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Arusha, Zanzibar is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.