Travelling from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Mombasa and Dar Es Salaam follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
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 MBA to DAR flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MBA and DAR include:
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Zanzibar Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mombasa Airport (MBA) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight is $790. A return ticket right now is $839. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MBA to DAR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your flight from Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Landing cheap flights from MBA to DAR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about Mombasa Airport (MBA)
58% of flights that depart Mombasa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Mombasa to Mombasa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MBA. Whether you have an early flight from Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Dar Es Salaam Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Rental and explore beyond Dar Es Salaam's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dar Es Salaam Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Dar Es Salaam in March.
When reserving your flight from Mombasa Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MBA to DAR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam, Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.