Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Dar Es Salaam is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Julius Nyerere International Airport is located in Dar Es Salaam, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to DAR.
Heading away during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to DAR. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can arrive at SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to DAR flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near DAR and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car and explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Hire are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
R 6,638 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Return flights start at R 16,097. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to DAR if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Dar Es Salaam. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to DAR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport in July when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Dar Es Salaam
Start your Dar Es Salaam trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Julius Nyerere International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Baobab trees and Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve System are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Dar Es Salaam itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Safari Solutions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Morogoro is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Dar Es Salaam. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
Tanga is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 193 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without seeing Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet.