Flying from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam two hours ahead of Madrid.
Your MAD to DAR flight won't wait if you're running 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.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAD and DAR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
R 6,782 is the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,575. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAD to DAR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAD to DAR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Of all flights leaving Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport, 78.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Reserve a hotel close to DAR if you're on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and experience more of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport to the centre of Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to DAR in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've seen Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to explore other parts of Tanzania. Journey around 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to tick off its leading attractions. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Arusha is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without experiencing Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.