Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know
Dar Es Salaam's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Dar Es Salaam one hour ahead of Athens.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your ATH to DAR flight.
Traveling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ATH and DAR:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
At the moment, $323 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $489. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ATH to DAR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ATH to DAR.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Of all flights leaving Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometers from central Athens. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ATH? If you're catching an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Reserve a hotel close to DAR if you're on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
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 Rental are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam
Julius Nyerere International Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from central Dar Es Salaam. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Dar Es Salaam based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Dar Es Salaam, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ATH to DAR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Dar Es Salaam is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you'll want to see. Around 72 kilometers north of Dar Es Salaam, a visit to Zanzibar will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Arusha is another must-experience destination in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometers north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without dropping by Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
