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Cheapest round-trip
$496
Typical prices: $518-$711
Kenya Airways
Sun 10/7Thu 10/11
DAR - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$340
Typical prices: $302-$377
Kenya Airways
Mon 12/24
DAR - CPT • 2 stops
Nonstop 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 travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $492 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town (DAR-CPT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11
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2:35 pm - 10:10 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
8h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:25 pm - 9:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
17h 40m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$496Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4
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3:50 am - 1:35 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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2:25 pm - 9:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
17h 40m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$497Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Thu, Oct 15
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10:20 am - 4:20 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
7h 00m1 stop Victoria Falls
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5:30 pm - 11:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mnonstop
$593Air Tanzania
Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 4
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11:50 am - 5:45 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
6h 55m1 stop Victoria Falls
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6:55 pm - 1:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 15mnonstop
$593Air Tanzania
Sat, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 9
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3:55 am - 2:10 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 3:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$600Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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3:55 am - 2:10 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 pm - 3:10 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
11h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
$600Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
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9:00 pm - 3:15 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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2:25 pm - 1:45 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
22h 20m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$607Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 29
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3:50 am - 1:35 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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3:55 pm - 9:05 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
16h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$607Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Fri, Jan 8
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5:10 am - 5:30 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:20 pm - 2:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
13h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$681South African
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
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5:10 am - 7:45 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 35m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:20 pm - 2:30 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
13h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$683South African
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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 from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town?

Round-trip flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town start at $496. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $518 to $711. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $496 on Kenya Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 $513 round-trip.
  • December ($735) and May ($659) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 46% 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

July

Cheapest flight

$340
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $492 round-trip via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared to $564 for nonstop.

  • 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:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 14% on the Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $561 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $652, a difference of $91. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town International Convention Centre and Sea Point Pavilion. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 9% above the route average of $602. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town takes 0h 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.

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

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $496 to $2,221. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $397, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 19m, compared with 11h 01m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 11h 18m 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 car rental options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Round-trip flights from Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town range from $518 to $711, with an average of $602 over the past 12 months. Anything below $518 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $561 - about $91 less than Sunday (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 46% 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 $513 round-trip in that month - typically $222 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 layover option averages $492 round-trip on this route - about $72 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
    - Mbalentle

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