Travelling from Bujumbura Airport (BJM) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam one hour ahead of Bujumbura.
To ensure you catch your BJM to DAR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Air Tanzania has direct flights from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Dar Es Salaam — and maybe even more of Tanzania if time allows.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air Tanzania on this route.
If you'd like to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Airport is a sought-after stop between BJM and DAR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bujumbura Airport (BJM) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
$388 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. A return flight starts from $574. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BJM to DAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from BJM to DAR is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about Bujumbura Airport (BJM)
When it comes to Bujumbura Airport's on-time performance, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Bujumbura to Bujumbura Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near BJM? If you're catching an early flight from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Reserve a hotel near DAR if you're catching a late Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Dar Es Salaam Airport rental car and explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Rental are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Dar Es Salaam Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam Airport to the centre of Dar Es Salaam has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Bujumbura Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BJM to DAR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you should also see. Around 72 kilometres north of Dar Es Salaam, a trip to Zanzibar will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Arusha is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without dropping by Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
