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Cheapest return flight
£389
Typical prices: £392-£534
Ethiopian Air
Tue 13/11Thu 22/11
DAR - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£387
Typical prices: £247-£294
Airlink
Mon 12/11
DAR - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dar Es Salaam and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg £394 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 8h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town (DAR-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:55 - 13:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 03:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£389Ethiopian Air
Thu, 4 Feb - Fri, 19 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:55 - 13:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 03:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£389Ethiopian Air
Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:55 - 14:10DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 03:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£389Ethiopian Air
Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
03:55 - 14:10DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 03:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£389Ethiopian Air
Sun, 28 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
Air Tanzania Logo
11:50 - 17:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mdirect
£444Air Tanzania
Sun, 28 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
Air Tanzania Logo
11:50 - 17:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mdirect
£444Air Tanzania
Thu, 25 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
Air Tanzania Logo
11:50 - 17:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mdirect
£456Air Tanzania
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
Air Tanzania Logo
11:50 - 17:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 01:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mdirect
£516Air Tanzania
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

Return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town typically range from £392 to £534. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £389 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town at £385 return.
•December (£543) and May (£494) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

£387
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

When to book flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 2,286 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town range from £392 to £534, with an average of £464 over the past 12 months. Anything below £392 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the £464 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £394 return via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared with £423 for direct.

  • Have flight prices from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £389 to £2,850. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £427, which is 62% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town usually depart from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £420 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £491, a difference of £70.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 20m, compared to 10h 57m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 11h 21m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Dar Es Salaam and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour behind Dar Es Salaam (South Africa Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Newlands Cricket Ground, and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £420, about £70 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average £385 return in that month – typically £159 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £394 return on this route – about £28 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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