Flying from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes. Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam 1 hour ahead of Harare.
Flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport start from 10:30 — the first with Air Zimbabwe. The last flight of the day is the 14:30 option with Air Zimbabwe. In total, there are 3 services every week from HRE to DAR.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
To break up your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the HRE - DAR route are:
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Don't forget, you might need a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements change often. Before locking in your cheap ticket from HRE to DAR, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is Rs49,949. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs85,798. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from HRE to DAR.
The cheapest month for tickets from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from checking for cheap flights from HRE to DAR every day.
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Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
To reach RG Mugabe International Airport from central Harare, it takes about 21 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HRE? If you're on an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DAR:
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Dar Es Salaam. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Dar Es Salaam is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC and 29ºC. Look for cheap flights from HRE to DAR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dar Es Salaam
Start your Dar Es Salaam trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from HRE to DAR, browse our selection of hotel options including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Zanzibar Insurance Corporation - ZIC, Coco Beach and Bongoyo Island are among the things you can't miss in Dar Es Salaam.
Complete your Dar Es Salaam trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Julius Nyerere International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Dar Es Salaam.