🇹🇿 ZNZ
Zanzibar
45 mi
DAR 🇹🇿
Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Flights

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport Julius Nyerere International Airport 10 airlines

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The Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam route connects Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in TZ with Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in TZ. This short-haul flight covers approximately 45 miles (72 km) with a typical flight time of 16m. This route is served by 10 airlines: Auric Air Services, Air Tanzania, Coastal Aviation and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 58 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Zanzibar (ZNZ) → Dar es Salaam (DAR) air route links Tanzania’s island hub with its main commercial city across 45 miles (72 km). Flights are frequent and typically take 20–30 minutes in the air, making this one of the fastest ways to cross the Zanzibar Channel. Travelers choose it to avoid longer ferry schedules and sea conditions, to connect with onward domestic flights (Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Mwanza) or international departures from DAR, and to fit more sightseeing into short itineraries. It’s also popular for business travel between Stone Town resort areas and Dar’s corporate districts. On clear days, window seats can offer striking coastal views before a quick descent into Dar es Salaam’s low-lying shoreline.

Travel Tips

Book early for the best fares, especially around holidays; one-way tickets commonly range from TZS 120,000–300,000 (about USD 45–115) depending on season and baggage. Many tickets include limited carry-on, so confirm checked-bag allowances and prepay extras online to reduce airport costs. At Zanzibar Airport, arrive 60–90 minutes early; security lines can spike around midday departures. Keep ID handy, and note that gate changes may be announced close to boarding. The flight is short, so expect minimal onboard service—bring water if needed. At DAR, plan ground transport in advance; allow extra time for traffic into the city center and for transfers to the ferry terminal or bus stations.

Destination Highlights

Dar es Salaam is Tanzania’s largest city and a lively coastal gateway with a mix of Swahili, Arab, Indian, and German-era influences. The National Museum and House of Culture provides context on Tanzanian history, while the Village Museum (Makumbusho) showcases traditional architecture and crafts. For waterfront atmosphere, visit the Msasani Peninsula and Slipway area for dining and shopping, or head to Kigamboni’s beaches for a quieter shoreline. Food is a highlight: try mishkaki (grilled skewers), chipsi mayai (omelet fries), fresh seafood, and spiced tea; local markets are excellent for tropical fruit. Popular areas to base yourself include Upanga and Masaki for restaurants and access to the coast, and the city center for museums and markets.

Best Time to Fly

The most reliable flying weather is generally June to October, during the cooler, drier season, with good visibility and steadier conditions. December to February is hot and popular, often bringing higher fares; expect more demand around Christmas and New Year. The long rains usually fall March to May, when prices can dip and schedules may be more disruption-prone, while short rains often appear November. For events, Dar’s cultural calendar is busiest in the dry season, and coastal weekends can raise last-minute prices—book ahead if traveling on Fridays or Sundays.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport

ICAO Code:
HTZA
IATA Code:
ZNZ
City:
🇹🇿 Zanzibar
Country:
TZ
Elevation:
54 ft

Destination Airport

Julius Nyerere International Airport

ICAO Code:
HTDA
IATA Code:
DAR
City:
🇹🇿 Dar es Salaam
Country:
TZ
Elevation:
182 ft

10

Operators

58

Tracked Flights

45

Miles

16m

Flight Duration

Route Map

Great Circle
Flight route map from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam
Map data © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap contributors

Operating Airlines

Airline ICAO IATA
Auric Air Services AUK UI
Air Tanzania ATC TC
Coastal Aviation CSV CQ
Flightlink FLZ YS
Precision Air PRF PW
Air Excel XLL -
Kenya Airways KQA KQ
Oman Air OMA WY
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KLM KL
FlyDubai FDB FZ

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day Flights Observed Frequency Activity
Monday 191 18%
Tuesday 141 13%
Wednesday 132 12%
Thursday 205 19%
Friday 162 15%
Saturday 100 9%
Sunday 140 13%

Pattern Analysis

58 Tracked Flights:
Data Points: 1071
API observations used to build this analysis
Weekdays: 831 flights
Weekend: 240 flights
Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

10 Routes
Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.
Airline Flight Numbers Aircraft Type Typical Time Days Active Last Seen Status
C208 14:15 2:15 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
DH8B 07:30 7:30 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
C208 13:15 1:15 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
C208 17:10 5:10 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
FlyDubai
FDB / FZ
B38M 15:15 3:15 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
Flightlink
FLZ / YS
ATR 20:45 8:45 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
B738 03:30 3:30 AM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
B78X 22:00 10:00 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
Oman Air
OMA / WY
B738 14:35 2:35 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
AT72 21:40 9:40 PM (Representative)
M T W T F S S
Jul 3, 2026 Active
Total Routes: 10
Active Routes: 10
Unique Airlines: 10
Aircraft Types: 10

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time Operator ICAO IATA
03:30 3:30 AM Kenya Airways KQA KQ
07:30 7:30 AM Air Tanzania ATC TC
13:15 1:15 PM Auric Air Services AUK UI
14:15 2:15 PM Air Excel XLL -
14:35 2:35 PM Oman Air OMA WY
15:15 3:15 PM FlyDubai FDB FZ
17:10 5:10 PM Coastal Aviation CSV CQ
20:45 8:45 PM Flightlink FLZ YS
21:40 9:40 PM Precision Air PRF PW
22:00 10:00 PM KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KLM KL

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (HTZA - Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).

Total Departure Times: 10
Time Range:
03:30 - 22:00
These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.