Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam flights
Direct and connecting flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam take?
Flight time from Nairobi (NBO) to Dar Es Salaam (DAR) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam?
Airline availability for NBO to DAR changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam?
Direct (nonstop) availability on NBO to DAR varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Kenya Airways94
- AZBNo data
- Air TanzaniaNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| AZB | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Tanzania | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning NBO → DAR
NBO to DAR is a short-haul route of 667 km (414 mi). See the return DAR → NBO route.
Alternative airports near Nairobi: Nairobi (WIL) — 13 km, NYERI (NYE) — 106 km.
Alternative airports near Dar Es Salaam: Zanzibar (ZNZ) — 72 km.