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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 835
Typical prices: C$ 721-C$ 989
Ethiopian Air
Wed 14/11Wed 21/11
DAR - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
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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When to book
25 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 684 (round-trip)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
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

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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3:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 835Ethiopian Air
Sat, 30 Jan - Thu, 4 Feb
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3:55 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 867Ethiopian Air
Sat, 3 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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3:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 870Ethiopian Air
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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3:55 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 874Ethiopian Air
Fri, 2 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
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3:55 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 895Ethiopian Air
Sat, 3 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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3:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 934Ethiopian Air
Sun, 4 Oct - Fri, 9 Oct
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11:50 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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1:50 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 950Ethiopian Air
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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11:50 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 20m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:10 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 988Ethiopian Air
Thu, 24 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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3:55 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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2:30 p.m. - 3:05 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
11h 35m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 1,023Ethiopian Air
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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3:25 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:25 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.CPT  Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
7h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
C$ 1,337Airlink
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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 C$ 835. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 721 to C$ 989. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 835 on Ethiopian Air.

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 and 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 C$ 714 round-trip.
  • December (C$ 1,023) and May (C$ 917) 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.

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Key details for Dar Es Salaam to Cape Town flights

Low season

July
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)

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).

  • 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 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 direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 684 round-trip via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared to C$ 785 for direct.

  • 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 C$ 780 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 907, a difference of C$ 127. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Boulders Beach, and Bloubergstrand Beach. 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 C$ 837. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

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

  • 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 C$ 835 to C$ 5,216. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling 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 C$ 4 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 C$ 721 to C$ 989, with an average of C$ 837 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 721 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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 780 – about C$ 127 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 C$ 714 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 309 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 C$ 684 round-trip on this route – about C$ 100 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.
    - Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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