Flying from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam and Kilimanjaro are in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from DAR to JRO start from 05:00 — the earliest with Precision Air. The last departure is at 19:10 with Air Tanzania. Overall, you can take your pick of 40 weekly Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your DAR to JRO flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Kilimanjaro holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Tanzania:
Most passengers choose to travel with Precision Air on this route.
With a dependable 89.29% of services arriving as scheduled, Qatar Airways has the best on-time record for DAR to JRO flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DAR and JRO include:
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Zanzibar Airport
Arusha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
$84 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flight. Return flights start at $219. These fares can change depending on availability.
To find cheap tickets from DAR to JRO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from DAR to JRO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport.
Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
When it comes to Dar Es Salaam Airport's on-time performance, 61% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Dar Es Salaam Airport from central Dar Es Salaam, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DAR? If you're catching an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
After your Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport flight has touched down, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Kia Lodge is a comfortable option that's not too far from JRO.
Travel at your own pace with a Kilimanjaro Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or Smiles Cars Rentals and discover more of Kilimanjaro and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Kilimanjaro Airport about one week in advance.
When to fly to Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)
August is the most popular month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Kilimanjaro Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Kilimanjaro in March.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've done Kilimanjaro, now it's time to explore other parts of Tanzania. Travel around 547 kilometres west to Mwanza to check off its popular sights. From Kogatende Serengeti Safaris to Bismarck Rock and Standing Point, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Tanzania, head for Zanzibar, about 322 kilometres south-east of Kilimanjaro. House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions are key reasons to visit.


















