DAR - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
R8 431
Typical prices: R8 718-R11 866
Kenya Airways
Fri 16/11Mon 19/11
DAR - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R5 765
Typical prices: R5 487-R6 540
Kenya Airways
Wed 12/12
DAR - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
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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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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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg R8 769 (return)
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, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
Kenya Airways Logo
14:35 - 13:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:30 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
17h 35m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 431Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25
Kenya Airways Logo
14:35 - 13:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 25m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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23:25 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
8h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R8 431Kenya Airways
3+ days ago
Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 2
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:55 - 14:10DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 3:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 498Ethiopian Air
2 days ago
Thu, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 12
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:55 - 13:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 3:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R8 564Ethiopian Air
4 hours ago
Sun, Mar 28 - Sun, Apr 4
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11:50 - 17:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mdirect
R9 864Air Tanzania
3+ days ago
Sun, Mar 28 - Thu, Apr 1
Air Tanzania Logo
11:50 - 17:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 1:10CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mdirect
R9 864Air Tanzania
3+ days ago
Mon, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:55 - 6:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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20:25 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
11h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 680Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:35 - 18:00DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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14:30 - 9:05CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
17h 35m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 947Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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5:10 - 16:45DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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14:15 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
11h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 230South African
3+ days ago
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:10 - 11:40DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
South African Logo
18:10 - 2:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
7h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R11 247South African
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights

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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 R8 718 to R11 866. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R8 431 on Kenya Airways.

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 R8 548 return.
•December (R12 080) and May (R10 980) 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.

Key details for Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R5 765
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travellers.
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 5 922 km.

  • 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 R8 718 to R11 866, with an average of R10 323 over the past 12 months. Anything below R8 718 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 R10 323 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 R8 769 return via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared with R9 397 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 R8 431 to R56 461. 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 R7 015, which is 20% 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 R450 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 R9 347 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R10 913, a difference of R1 566.

    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 Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. 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 R9 347, which is about R1 566 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 R8 548 return in that month – typically R3 532 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 R8 769 return on this route – about R628 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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