Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam is seven hours ahead of Ottawa and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your YOW to DAR flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Currently, R 11,940 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 23,021. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YOW to DAR if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, 58.21% of flights complete their journey on time.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near YOW? If you're catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're getting in on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near DAR:
Follow your own route with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and find adventure across Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks in advance.
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 driving.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YOW to DAR in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you should also see. About 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a trip to Zanzibar will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Tanzania, head for Arusha, roughly 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum are among its highlights.
