Search Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Kigali

Quick Flight Summary from Dar Es Salaam to Kigali

Key numbers to know before you book

  • Lowest recent price
    $349
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 55 min
  • Arrival airports KGL
  • Best days to book Monday, Sunday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $253

Cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam to Kigali

Best Price

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways
26 Oct, Mon
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
9h 45m
1 stop
DAR–KGL
Shortest Flight

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
1 Nov, Sun
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
5h 55m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
8 Oct, Thu
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
6h 45m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
9 Oct, Fri
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
6h 45m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
12 Oct, Mon
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
6h 45m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
18 Oct, Sun
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
5h 55m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
10 Oct, Sat
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
5h 55m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
11 Oct, Sun
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
5h 55m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Ethiopian Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines
12 Nov, Thu
Dar Es Salaam – Kigali
5h 55m
1 stop
DAR–KGL

Last update: 06 October 2026 03:01

Estimated Prices for Dar Es Salaam to Kigali Flights

Cheapest Day31 October Saturday
Best Price
$332
Average Price
$362
$602
$332
05Mon
Oct
$337
06Tue
$337
07Wed
08Thu
$371
09Fri
$602
10Sat
$337
11Sun
$375
12Mon
$337
13Tue
$337
14Wed
$337
15Thu
$337
16Fri
17Sat
$337
18Sun
19Mon
20Tue
21Wed
22Thu
23Fri
24Sat
25Sun
26Mon
27Tue
28Wed
29Thu
30Fri
$332
31Sat
$332
01Sun
Nov
02Mon
03Tue

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Dar Es Salaam City Center

Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport

Located in the east of Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam is one of the largest cities in the country. For exploring this city on the shores of ocean, you can start with the city center first. You can go by boat to Zanzibar Island, which is about two hours away from the city. The journey will not be boring since you will be accompanied with a unique landscape.

It takes about 35-40 minutes to go to Julius Nyerere International Airport, which is 12 kilometers from the city center. When Dar Es Salaam's population started to get crowded, alternatives in public transportation are considered. Buses, minibuses, taxis, trampolines, tuktuks ... But it can be easily observed that the buses that serve are very old. These buses which are considered to be old-fashioned in Europe are the most important new transport vehicle here.

Dar Es Salaam is the largest port in Tanzania. This is why sea transportation has developed in this region.

Bus

The most common means of transportation in the city of Dar Es Salaam are buses and minibuses. The prices of buses used throughout the city can vary according to the destination. Also there can be delays sometimes.

Minibus

You can also use minibuses except from bus and taxi transportation. But minibuses are one of the most used means of public transportation here. For this reason, they are very crowded and tourists do not prefer to use minibuses usually. You can also take a ride in the downtown with these vehicles called 'daladala'.

Daladala

These are considered to be the main means of public transportation in Dar Es Salaam. We can say they carry passengers at fairly reasonable prices. In addition to that, tuktuks and courier motors are also providing cheaper transportation compared to taxis. Courier motors, which are mostly used for people’s transportation in Tanzania, are the best solution for getting rid of traffic. Because it is a private vehicle, it is for sure that you will be comfortable while travelling.

Sea Vehicles

Located two hours away from Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar Island is one of the most visited places. Transportation to this island is provided by boat.

Car Rental

If you want to travel more freely in Dar Es Salaam, you can rent a car privately. It is quite convenient to rent a car here. You can find car rental companies in the city and in various regions.

Airport Information

Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport serves with three terminals after completion of the last terminal. Taxis are used at the airport for transportation between terminals. There are three restaurants in the airport. One of these is in the public area, and the rest two are in the departing passenger area.

There is a Duty-Free store at the airport, where you can shop for reasonable prices without paying taxes. At the same time, there are many souvenir shops and pharmacies.

Private facilities at the Dar Es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport are also available. Wheelchairs provide convenience to disabled passengers. However, you are required to ask for any special support from your flight company at the time of booking.

Transportation to Kigali City Center from Airport

Kigali Intl. Airport

When you arrive at Kigali Airport you will see taxi drivers inviting passengers to their taxis at the terminal exit. Airport taxis are one of the most practical vehicles you can choose to travel to Kigali city center. If the cost of airport taxis is too high, if you exit the terminal and walk for a few minutes you can stop the other taxi services operating in the area. Kiagali International Airport which is 5 kilometers from Kigali city center does not have public transportation vehicles such as buses. Because of this, taxis are the first alternative to the center. Car rental is ideal for travellers planning to spend a few days in and around Kigali.

Taxi

As soon as you step out of the terminal at Kigali International Airport, you will see taxi drivers inviting passengers to their taxis who want to take you to the city center. The journey to Kigali city center is short and comfortable way to travel but the cost of taxis may be a bit expensive. If you want to negotiate a little of the price you can try your luck, but if you are planning to spend more time in the city, you can rent a car from the terminal. You can find a vehicle to travel to Kigali city center by leaving the airport, but this option is not recommended for security reasons especially for those who are travelling to Kigali for the first time. 3 or 4 people that are travelling together can travel in the same taxi. 5 or more passengers travelling together can rent a vehicle suitable for more crowded groups and travel that way to Kigali city center.

Rent a Car

After you have landed at Kigali International Airport you can find car rental alternatives in the terminal. Visitors travelling to the area for the first time can rent a car or speak with their hotel in advance to find a suitable service vehicle that will bring them to Kigali city center. The terminals at Kigali International Airport are very close to each other, so you can walk from one terminal to another. After renting a car it maybe a bit confusing at first, so be sure to get a map that shows the routes in the area in detail so that you can find your way around the Kigali roads more easily.

Motorcycle Taxi

At the exit of Kigali International Airport you can see motorcycle taxis that serve the area. Motorcycle taxis are cheaper than classic taxis but they are not very comfortable. However, those who want a more economical vehicle can get to Kigali city center quickly by the motorcycle taxis. Remember that motorcycle taxis are vehicles that can not take passengers with heavy luggage.

Kigali Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Monday
5 Oct
Clear
30°17°
Today
Tuesday
6 Oct
Clear
30°17°
Wednesday
7 Oct
Rain
25°17°
Thursday
8 Oct
Rain
24°17°
Friday
9 Oct
Clear
24°16°

More Information About Kigali

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Dar Es Salaam-Kigali flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Dar Es Salaam-Kigali flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Dar Es Salaam-Kigali flights, you can use Julius Nyerere Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Kigali Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Dar Es Salaam-Kigali is 1149 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Dar Es Salaam-Kigali flights is Thursday.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Kenya Airways starts from approximately $332.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Kenya Airways
$332
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RwandAir
$371
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage

Last update: 01.10.2026

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