Cheap Flights from Arusha to Dar Es Salaam — $101

The only airline operating direct flights from Arusha to Dar Es Salaam is Precision Air. Flights operate every day except Tuesday and Friday.

The route Arusha — Dar Es Salaam is served by several airlines: Air Tanzania, Precision Air, and HOP!. This gives passengers more freedom in choosing flights. You can consider not only the price but also schedules, baggage policies, and onboard service. Our service compares all offers so you can find tickets from $101 and choose the most convenient option. Thanks to airline competition, you may also find promotional fares or special offers, helping you save even more. Plan your trip in advance and choose the best flights without overpaying.

Arusha is served mainly by Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), a regional gateway that handles most international and higher-end domestic flights for northern Tanzania, while smaller Arusha (ARK) and Oljoro Airstrip can be used for light-charter and safari connections. Kilimanjaro typically hosts carriers offering scheduled international and domestic services alongside some budget regional operators; smaller fields are usually used by charter and bush-flight companies. JRO sits roughly 45–60 minutes’ drive from central Arusha (about 50–60 km), with shuttle buses, private transfers and taxis commonly available; expect shared shuttle fares to be modest and private rides higher. Pros: more scheduled services and basic passenger facilities at JRO; Cons: the airport is outside the city, requiring a road transfer and occasional peak-hour delays. Smaller airstrips can be very convenient for direct safari access but offer limited amenities.

Dar es Salaam is mainly served by Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), the country’s primary international gateway and a hub for regional and long-haul carriers including Air Tanzania and several international airlines. It typically handles a mix of full-service and some low-cost flights, so fares can range from budget-friendly to premium depending on season and carrier. The airport sits about 12–20 km north of the city center; taxis or ride-hailing trips usually take 20–40 minutes with fares often in the modest local range, while airport shuttle buses and hotel transfers can be slightly cheaper but slower. Pros: direct international links and reasonable ground transport options. Cons: congestion at peak times and variable terminal amenities compared with newer global hubs. For domestic and some regional services, Terminal 2 at Julius Nyerere (and the smaller older domestic airport areas) typically caters to local carriers and inter-Island flights, often at lower price points than long-haul services. These domestic facilities are close to the main terminal complex and are convenient for quick transfers, with short taxi rides of around 15–30 minutes to central Dar es Salaam. Public minibuses (daladala) and airport shuttles provide cheaper but less predictable travel times. Pros: proximity to the city and frequent domestic connections. Cons: facilities can feel basic and queues may be longer during busy travel periods.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Arusha to Dar Es Salaam is $95 (August 2026), while the maximum is $101 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $98–$199.