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Dar Es Salaam.$461 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$461 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Lusaka on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$461 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Lusaka on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$461 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $461, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$516 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $516, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$516 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $516, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$517 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $517, select.
Dar Es Salaam.$519 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport

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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Nov
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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:May

Direct flights from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam

Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dar Es Salaam.

Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$461
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineAir Tanzania
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam is $461. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam.
Air Tanzania, Hahn Air Systems and Alkebulan Airlines fly direct from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam.
As of May 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam.
The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Dar Es Salaam is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lusaka Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dar Es Salaam but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dar Es Salaam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dar Es Salaam.

Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Dar Es Salaam is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Lusaka.

  • Flights from LUN to DAR start from 01:35 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 15:15 with Air Tanzania. In total, you can choose from 11 weekly Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your LUN to DAR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can fly nonstop to Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Take off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport:

  • Air Tanzania is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for LUN to DAR flights is Turkish Airlines.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LUN and DAR:

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • Currently, $282 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $461. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book eight months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LUN to DAR.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from LUN to DAR is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.

Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, data shows 75.34% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Lusaka to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to LUN? If you've booked an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • Consider booking a hotel near DAR if you're taking a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire to explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport about four weeks ahead.

Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam

  • Julius Nyerere International Airport to the centre of Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Dar Es Salaam. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LUN to DAR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.

  • Arusha is another must-experience destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without a visit to Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

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