Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): What you need to know
The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport is located in Dar Es Salaam.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to DAR, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to DAR leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
KUL is around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
With public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Kuala Lumpur to DAR flight? Kick back in a hotel near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
68% of flights taking off from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport flight.
Getting from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Central Dar Es Salaam is around 11 kilometres from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Currently, R 7,599 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,512. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to DAR. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. September is the quietest month to go to Dar Es Salaam. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to DAR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport in July when temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Dar Es Salaam
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Dar Es Salaam:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in Dar Es Salaam when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Baobab trees followed by Safari Solutions and Dar es Salaam Marine Reserve System.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you should also see. About 177 kilometres west of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Morogoro will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like 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 trip is complete without visiting Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Forodhani.
