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Flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 6,157. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Johannesburg.R 3,725 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,725, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,726 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,726, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,756 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,756, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,760 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,760, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,776 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,776, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,907 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,907, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,908 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 8 Jul, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,908, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,908 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,908, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,908 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,908, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,909 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 May.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 25 May, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,909, select.

Johannesburg.R 3,909 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 11 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,909, select.

Johannesburg.R 4,540 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 11 Aug, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,540, select.

Johannesburg.R 4,895 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,895, select.

Johannesburg.R 4,962 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound direct flight with Air Tanzania departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,962, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,065 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound direct flight with Air Tanzania departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,065, select.

Johannesburg.R 5,122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound direct flight with Air Tanzania departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,122, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo

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

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Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 3,725
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airline	Air Tanzania
Average flights per week	23

Finding cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is R 6,054. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

3 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Which airlines fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

Air Tanzania, South African Airways and LATAM Airlines fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

How many flights are there a week from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

As of September 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

The cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport on Sunday, 20 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 39 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo?

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 Johannesburg O.R. Tambo 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Johannesburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Johannesburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.

Flying from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is 3 hours 40 minutes.
Johannesburg is one hour behind Dar Es Salaam and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
You can choose from 19 weekly Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flights. The 03:25 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest available. Airlink (South Africa) operates the latest service of the day at 14:50.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DAR to JNB flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport available through various airlines, getting to Johannesburg (and then other corners of South Africa) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Airlink.
Airlink is the most punctual carrier that operates DAR to JNB flights. An exceptional 97.14% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DAR and JNB:
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
- Zanzibar Airport
- Lusaka Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

At the moment, R 3,725 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,054. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from DAR to JNB, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DAR to JNB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)

61% of flights taking off from Dar Es Salaam Airport land at their destination on time.
Dar Es Salaam Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near DAR? If you're boarding an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JNB instead:
Grab a Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport rental car and discover Johannesburg and beyond with your own set of wheels. Carwiz, Alamo and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to central Johannesburg has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Johannesburg. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DAR to JNB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

Soweto is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen Johannesburg. Around 18 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Soweto, Hector Pieterson Museum and Nelson Mandela Former House.
Around 56 kilometres north of Johannesburg, Pretoria is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Statue of Nelson Mandela, Museum of Natural History and Idube Game Reserve.