Flying from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Mbeya and Dar Es Salaam are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
You can choose from 17 weekly Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with Air Tanzania is the earliest available. Air Tanzania operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MBI to DAR flight.
You'll likely experience 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.
Flying into Dar Es Salaam (and then seeing more of Tanzania!) is a snap with Precision Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Precision Air.
Air Tanzania is the most punctual carrier that offers MBI to DAR flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mbeya Airport (MBI) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
₹ 8,723 is the best price for a one-way Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 14,876. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MBI to DAR.
The cheapest month for flights from Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Mbeya Airport (MBI)
Central Mbeya to Mbeya Airport is around 0.16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 0 hours to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MBI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Book a hotel close to DAR if you're catching a late Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and discover more of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Dar Es Salaam in February.
Before locking in your flight from Mbeya Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MBI to DAR in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Zanzibar will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Arusha is another essential stop 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.
