Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Your LGW to DAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LGW and DAR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is R 6,917. A return ticket right now is R 10,474. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to DAR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to DAR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DAR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Dar Es Salaam's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
From Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you want to go to Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to DAR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without experiencing Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.