Travelling from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Abidjan.
Your ABJ to DAR flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ABJ and DAR include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is $1,125. A return fare is currently $1,561. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from ABJ to DAR, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from ABJ to DAR is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
Of all flights departing from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport, 58.4% arrive on time at their destination.
Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Abidjan. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near ABJ? If you're catching an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you have a late Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near DAR:
Travel at your own pace with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and see more of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 by car.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ABJ to DAR in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've visited Dar Es Salaam, now it's time to explore other parts of Tanzania. Travel around 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to tick off its top sights. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Arusha is another must-experience destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without dropping by Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
