Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Dar Es Salaam is one hour behind Muscat and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
You can choose from four weekly Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights. The 22:45 departure with Oman Air is the earliest you can take. Oman Air operates the latest service of the day at 22:50.
Your MCT to DAR flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Oman Air is your gateway to discovering Dar Es Salaam (and perhaps some other great parts of Tanzania!). Browse the direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport offered by this airline.
Oman Air has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Oman Air is the most punctual carrier operating MCT to DAR flights, with 76.47% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MCT and DAR include:
Zanzibar International Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is $451. A round-trip ticket right now is $694. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MCT to DAR, book your journey three months before your departure.
Organise your trip for February. That's the cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MCT to DAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Muscat to Muscat International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MCT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DAR instead:
Grab a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car and explore Dar Es Salaam and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Europcar and First - Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Dar Es Salaam. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Muscat International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you want to explore Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MCT to DAR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Tanzania, head for Arusha, about 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
