Flying from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 30 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, making Dar Es Salaam one hour behind Muscat.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MCT to DAR flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Oman Air is your gateway to discovering Dar Es Salaam (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Tanzania!). Browse the direct flights from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Oman Air on this route.
Among carriers operating MCT to DAR flights, Oman Air is the most consistent for on-time landings.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MCT and DAR include:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Zanzibar Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat Airport (MCT) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
R 4,373 is the best price for a one-way Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 8,266. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get cheap tickets from MCT to DAR, book your trip nine months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MCT to DAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about Muscat Airport (MCT)
79% of flights that depart Muscat Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Muscat to Muscat Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MCT? If you're catching an early flight from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
If you're coming in on a late Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near DAR:
Explore without limits with a Dar Es Salaam Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Rental and find adventure across Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Dar Es Salaam Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
From Dar Es Salaam Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Dar Es Salaam in March.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is February, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Muscat Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MCT to DAR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without a visit to Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
