Flying from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport is 5 hours 30 minutes.
Dar Es Salaam is two hours ahead of Lagos and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LOS to DAR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like October, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Air Tanzania is your gateway to discovering Dar Es Salaam (and maybe even some other great parts of Tanzania!). Browse the direct flights from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air Tanzania.
Among carriers operating LOS to DAR flights, Air Tanzania has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LOS and DAR:
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
$443 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. A return flight starts at $801. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LOS to DAR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LOS to DAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)
66% of flights departing from Lagos Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Lagos Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near LOS:
Arriving at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
Consider staying in a hotel near DAR if you're catching a late Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up 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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Dar Es Salaam Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Dar Es Salaam in March.
When reserving your flight from Lagos Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Arusha is another standout destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No journey is complete without experiencing Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.