Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam is seven hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JFK to DAR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between JFK and DAR:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
At the moment, $919 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,507. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JFK to DAR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from JFK to DAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach John F. Kennedy International Airport from central New York, it takes around 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near JFK. Whether you're catching an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Pick up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car and discover Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport to central Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Dar Es Salaam in February.
When reserving your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from JFK 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 discover more of Tanzania. Journey about 72 kilometres north to Zanzibar to check off its top attractions. From Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS) to Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without visiting Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.