Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) 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 Birmingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BHX to DAR flight.
Flying during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BHX and DAR:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
$1,174 is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,404. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BHX to DAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights taking off from Birmingham International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
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 find adventure across Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve 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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you should also see. About 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a trip to Zanzibar will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in 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.