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Find the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dar Es Salaam to Arusha flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha

Dar Es Salaam to Arusha: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Arusha.

Dar Es Salaam to Arusha: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 231
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 22 mins
Most popular airlinePrecision Air
Average flights per week80

Finding cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha is R 1,519. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha.
Precision Air, Hahn Air Systems and Air Tanzania fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha.
As of October 2025, there are 80 flights per week flying from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha.
The cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Arusha is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Arusha Airport on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Arusha but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Arusha is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Precision Air and Flightlink LTD offer the cheapest flight tickets to Arusha.

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.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from DAR to ARK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Arusha Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

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.

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