Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport
General information
Julius Nyerere International Airport is the airport of Tanzania’s largest city Dar es Salaam. The airport is named after the first president of Tanzania, Julius Nyerere. The airport handles about 2.5 million passengers per year.
Location
Where is Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport situated?
Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport is located southwest of Dar es Salaam. The airport can be reached from Dar es Salaam by following Julius K. Nyerere Road.
How many terminals has Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport?
The airport has two terminals, a third terminal will be opened in the summer of 2019.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in Tanzania.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Zanzibar Abeid Amani Karume Airport | 73km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport to the centre of Dar es Salaam is 13 kilometres. By car, it takes 25 minutes to get to the centre of Dar es Salaam.
From DAR Airport to Dar es Salaam City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport you can travel by bus. Visit the Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Dar es Salaam is about TZS 40000.-. Book your taxi at Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From DAR Airport to Dar es Salaam City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Europcar and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Fly540 (5H)
- flydubai (FZ)
- Fastjet (FN)
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Hotels in Dar es Salaam
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