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Cheapest round-trip
$895
Typical prices: $824-$1,034
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/1Thu 11/29
DAR - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$753
Typical prices: $470-$590
Emirates
Wed 10/17
DAR - MAA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dar Es Salaam and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg $889 (round-trip)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 13h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai (DAR-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 29
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2:35 pm - 3:40 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-MAA Chennai
22h 35m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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3:45 pm - 9:05 amMAA  Chennai-DAR Dar Es Salaam
19h 50m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$895Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 28
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5:55 pm - 2:30 amDAR  Dar Es Salaam-MAA Chennai
30h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:05 am - 1:45 pmMAA  Chennai-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$941Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 28
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5:55 pm - 2:30 amDAR  Dar Es Salaam-MAA Chennai
30h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:15 am - 10:05 amMAA  Chennai-DAR Dar Es Salaam
33h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Arusha Kilimanjaro
$944Qatar Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 29
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5:30 pm - 3:40 pmDAR  Dar Es Salaam-MAA Chennai
19h 40m3 stops Zanzibar Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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3:45 pm - 9:05 amMAA  Chennai-DAR Dar Es Salaam
19h 50m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$985Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dar Es Salaam to Chennai flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai?

Qatar Airways ($941) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Dar Es Salaam to Chennai flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$753
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai 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 Chennai 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 Chennai?

    Flights from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai usually depart from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) 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 Chennai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Dar Es Salaam to Chennai route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $754 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,064, a difference of $310. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 3,127 miles.

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

    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 Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $895 to $985. That means the highest observed fare was about 10% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,114, which is 93% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 12h 00m, compared with 13h 47m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) and 14h 42m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

    Chennai is 2 hours ahead of Dar Es Salaam (India Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Round-trip flights from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai range from $824 to $1,034, with an average of $965 over the past 12 months. Anything below $824 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Dar Es Salaam to Chennai 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 Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $754 - about $310 less than Wednesday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dar Es Salaam to Chennai trip for October. Fares historically average $754 round-trip in that month - typically $407 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Trident Chennai
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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