Cheap Flights from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) to Cairo (CAI)

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Flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $906. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.$645 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $645, select.

Cairo.$906 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $906, select.

Cairo.$935 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $935, select.

Cairo.$942 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Sat, 8 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $942, select.

Cairo.$954 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 20 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Sun, 20 Jun, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.

Cairo.$954 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.

Cairo.$954 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.

Cairo.$954 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.

Cairo.$954 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Tue, 22 Jun, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $954, select.

Cairo.$956 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $956, select.

Cairo.$968 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $968, select.

Cairo.$969 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $969, select.

Cairo.$975 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 14 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $975, select.

Cairo.$976 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $976, select.

Cairo.$976 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $976, select.

Cairo.$979 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cairo on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From $979, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dar Es Salaam to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Dar Es Salaam to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$645
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	5 hrs, 48 mins
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	11

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

How much are return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo is $645. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo?

5 hours and 48 minutes is the average flight time from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo?

EgyptAir, Gulf Air and Etihad Airways fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo.

How many flights are there a week from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo?

As of July 2026, there are 11 flights per week flying from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo?

The cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cairo is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport on Thursday, 16 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 48 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

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 Cairo 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Cairo?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and EgyptAir offer the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

Take a direct flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 45 minutes.
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo one hour behind Dar Es Salaam.
Choose from three weekly Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport flights. The 05:20 departure with EgyptAir is the earliest flight available. EgyptAir operates the latest service of the day at 05:25.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DAR to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
EgyptAir offers direct flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Cairo — and maybe even more of Egypt if your schedule allows.
EgyptAir is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier operating DAR to CAI flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DAR and CAI:
- Jeddah Airport
- Addis Ababa Airport
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to Cairo Airport (CAI)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport flight is $514. A return plane ticket is currently $645. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DAR to CAI, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DAR to CAI by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport.

Handy information about Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)

Of all flights leaving Dar Es Salaam Airport, 61% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Dar Es Salaam Airport from central Dar Es Salaam, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near DAR? If you're boarding an early flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

If you're arriving on a late Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Cairo Airport around one week in advance of your trip.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Cairo. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

The quietest month for a flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Cairo based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you'd like to visit Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DAR to CAI sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Egypt

You've done Cairo, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to check off its leading attractions. From Bibliotheca Alexandria to Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.