Travelling from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, making Dar Es Salaam two hours ahead of Milan.
To ensure you get on your MXP to DAR flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MXP and DAR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
R 5,851 is the best price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 10,316. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MXP to DAR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
68.23% of flights that take off from Milano Malpensa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Milano Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it'll take around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MXP? If you've booked an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're arriving on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near DAR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and experience more of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dar Es Salaam. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MXP 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 done Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to discover more of Tanzania. Journey about 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to check off its must-visit sights. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Tanzania, consider Arusha, roughly 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum are among the biggest draws.