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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
76%Trains in Dar es Salaam are 76% cheaper than in Cape Town.
Cape TownR 20,00
Dar es SalaamR 4,83
MealMid-priced restaurant
72%A meal in Dar es Salaam is 72% cheaper than a meal in Cape Town.
Cape TownR 172,50
Dar es SalaamR 48,33
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
4%Taxis are 4% more expensive in Dar es Salaam than in Cape Town.
Cape TownR 25,00
Dar es SalaamR 25,89
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
3%Coffee in Dar es Salaam is 3% cheaper than in Cape Town.
Cape TownR 36,41
Dar es SalaamR 35,46
Exchange rate
1 ZAR = 143.71 TZS
1 TZS = 0.01 ZAR
Last checked on Fri, 03/28
Distance: 3703 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms
Dar es Salaam airports
Dar Es Salaam Intl (DAR)How far from city centre: 11 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

Planning a trip from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam? Booking your flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town with eDreams is easy. Let us help you find the best deals on flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town.

Time Difference Between Cape Town and Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town. Please remember to check for Daylight Savings Time, as this can affect the time difference.

Best Time to Fly to Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam enjoys warm weather year-round. The hottest temperatures, around 32°C, occur in March. For those seeking sunshine, January to June is ideal. If you prefer milder temperatures and potentially lower prices on flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town, consider visiting between August and December, when temperatures average around 28°C. Book your flights to Dar es Salaam with eDreams today.

Cape Town Airports

Flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town are easy to find with eDreams. Below is some information about the main passenger airport in Cape Town:

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is the primary airport serving Cape Town and is the second busiest airport in South Africa. Located approximately 20 kilometres from the city centre, this airport offers both domestic and international flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town. It's a modern airport with various facilities for travellers.

Main Airlines for this route

  • South African Airways
  • Ethiopian Airlines
  • Kenya Airways

Dar es Salaam Airports

Dar es Salaam is served by Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), the main airport in Tanzania. If you're looking for flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town, you can find great deals on eDreams.

Airport Information

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
  • Terminals: Three terminals (Terminal 1 for private/chartered flights, Terminal 2 for domestic/regional flights, and Terminal 3 for international flights).
  • Facilities:
    • Wi-Fi (fee-based)
    • ATMs and currency exchange
    • Restaurants, duty-free shops, and souvenir shops
    • Business and first-class lounges
    • Lost and found desk
    • Medical unit

Getting to the city centre:

From the airport, you can reach Dar es Salaam city centre by taxi or bus. A taxi journey takes 15-25 minutes and costs around TZS 40,000. Buses are also available 24/7. The bus trip takes about 40 minutes and is significantly cheaper. You can also book car rentals from brands like eDreams in Dar es Salaam through eDreams.

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What to Do and See in Dar es Salaam

Are you ready to explore Dar es Salaam? Book your flights to Dar es Salaam from Cape Town with eDreams and discover the vibrant culture and stunning landscapes of this Tanzanian metropolis. Here's a glimpse of what awaits you:

  • Kariakoo Market: Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of this vibrant market, a true sensory feast with colourful spices, fresh produce, and local crafts.
  • National Museum & House of Culture: Delve into Tanzania's rich history and cultural heritage through fascinating exhibits and artefacts at this renowned museum.
  • Bongoyo Island: Escape to this idyllic island paradise, just a short boat trip from Dar es Salaam, for pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and snorkelling adventures.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to Tanzania. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam is R5037. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Dar es Salaam more expensive than Cape Town to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Dar es Salaam costs about $ 25.89 ZAR, 4% more expensive than Cape Town, with a fare of $ 25.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 76% less at Dar es Salaam: $ 4.83 ZAR versus $ 20.00 ZAR at Cape Town.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 48.33 ZAR euros in Dar es Salaam, 72% less than the 172.50 ZAR euros in Cape Town.

The price of the coffee is around 3% cheaper in Dar es Salaam, with an average of 35.46 ZAR, while in Cape Town the coffee costs 36.41 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam take?
Flight length from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam is around 09:43 hours on average, at an average distance of 6 146 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Dar es Salaam compared to Cape Town?
While in Cape Town the temperatures can reach an average of 28.98 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Dar es Salaam's temperatures can go up to 34.04 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 18.59 ºC in Dar es Salaam, compared to the 4.54 ºC average degrees reported in Cape Town. During the winter period, Cape Town can register 12 mm precipitation, while Dar es Salaam have an average of 0.9 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Cape Town and Dar es Salaam?

The main route from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam is: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Dar Es Salaam Intl (DAR). The following airlines fly this route:

Airlink.

Ethiopian Airlines.

Kenya Airways.

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