Traveling from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Addis Ababa.
You can choose from 19 weekly Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights. The 00:10 departure with Ethiopian Airlines is the earliest you can take. Ethiopian Airlines operates the last service of the day at 10:55.
To ensure you get on your ADD to DAR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Ethiopian Airlines offers direct flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Dar Es Salaam — and maybe even more of Tanzania if your schedule allows.
Most travelers choose to travel with Ethiopian Airlines on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers ADD to DAR flights is Ethiopian Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 67.26% of the time.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ADD and DAR:
Zanzibar International Airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is AED 1,300. A round-trip fare is currently AED 2,379. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ADD to DAR.
The cheapest month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ADD to DAR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, data shows 67.14% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport from central Addis Ababa, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near ADD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Pick up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car and explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Rental are popular providers you can book with here.
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 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Dar Es Salaam in February.
Before locking in your flight from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ADD to DAR around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've visited Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to explore other corners of Tanzania. Travel around 72 kilometers north to Zanzibar to check off its popular sights. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, your itinerary will be busy.
Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometers north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without seeing Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.