Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes. Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam 1 hour ahead of Lusaka.
Every week, there are 11 flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, go for the 01:35 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from LUN to DAR is 23:45 with Turkish Airlines.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Dar Es Salaam (and then exploring more of Tanzania!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between LUN and DAR:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Tanzania, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LUN to DAR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
$295 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Return flights start from $473. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from LUN to DAR.
The cheapest month for tickets from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)
Travelling from central Lusaka to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport takes around 1 hour and 48 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 41 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LUN? If you're boarding an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Dar Es Salaam in February.
When reserving your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from LUN to DAR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 29ºC on average.
More about Dar Es Salaam
Start your Dar Es Salaam trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from LUN to DAR, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Zanzibar Insurance Corporation - ZIC, Coco Beach and Bongoyo Island are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Dar Es Salaam itinerary.
Complete your Dar Es Salaam trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to Julius Nyerere International Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Dar Es Salaam stay.