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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 470
Typical prices: C$ 516-C$ 641
Kenya Airways
Tue 13/11Wed 14/11
KGL - DAR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,393
Typical prices: C$ 575-C$ 669
RwandAir
Sat 8/12Sat 6/1
KGL - DAR • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with RwandAir. Average duration is 2h 20m
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 17% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 543 (round-trip)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 6h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam (KGL-DAR)

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

Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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8:50 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
23h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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3:50 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
C$ 470Kenya Airways
Thu, 12 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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1:50 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
8h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:55 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
6h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 572Ethiopian Air
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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10:30 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
6h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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3:55 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
6h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 590Ethiopian Air
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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5:35 p.m. - 3:00 a.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
8h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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11:50 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 601Ethiopian Air
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:30 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
6h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:50 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
5h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
C$ 645Ethiopian Air
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Mar
RwandAir Logo
11:55 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
3h 30m1 stop Arusha Kilimanjaro
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4:55 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
1h 55mdirect
C$ 708RwandAir
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
5h 45m1 stop Zanzibar Intl
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4:55 p.m. - 5:50 p.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
1h 55mdirect
C$ 776Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
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11:55 a.m. - 4:25 p.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
3h 30m1 stop Arusha Kilimanjaro
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10:45 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
8h 15m2 stops Entebbe Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
C$ 853Multiple Airlines
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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1:50 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
14h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zanzibar Intl
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9:05 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
11h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
C$ 867Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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8:50 a.m. - 3:00 a.m.KGL  Kigali Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam
17h 10m3 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Entebbe Addis Ababa Bole
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:50 a.m. - 12:35 a.m.DAR  Dar Es Salaam-KGL Kigali Intl
13h 45m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Entebbe Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
C$ 927Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kigali to Dar Es Salaam flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam typically range from C$ 516 to C$ 641. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 470, on Kenya Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam at C$ 469 round-trip.
•June (C$ 659) and September (C$ 646) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kigali to Dar Es Salaam flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

C$ 397
Beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam

When to book flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kigali to Dar Es Salaam flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:50 am and lands at 2:10 pm
    • Latest: departs at 12:30 pm and lands at 2:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 20m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam.

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

    A direct flight from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam takes 2h 20m, covering 1,840 km.

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

    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 Kigali to Dar Es Salaam flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam range from C$ 516 to C$ 641, with an average of C$ 567 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 516 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 543 round-trip via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD), compared to C$ 646 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by RwandAir and Qatar Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include De Havilland (Bombardier) DHC-8-400 Dash 8Q variants.

  • Have flight prices from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam 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$ 470 to C$ 4,639. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 978, which is 122% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)?

    Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • DISCOUNT.QUEBEC
    • 1First Car Rental
    • G Raffas Cars

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

    Flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam usually depart from Kigali Intl (KGL) and arrive at Dar Es Salaam (DAR).

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

    Connecting flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam most commonly pass through:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 35% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 533 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 607, a difference of C$ 74.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

    Only RwandAir operates flights between Kigali and Dar Es Salaam.

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

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 15m, compared with 6h 38m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

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

    Dar Es Salaam is 1 hour ahead of Kigali (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kigali to Dar Es Salaam flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • RwandAir: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kigali to Dar Es Salaam 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 Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 533, about C$ 74 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kigali to Dar Es Salaam trip for October. Fares historically average C$ 469 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 190 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Addis Ababa Bole Airport (ADD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 543 round-trip on this route – about C$ 102 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 Dar Es Salaam Airport.

    • Triniti Airport Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Kigali to Dar Es Salaam?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kigali Intl Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kigali Intl to Dar Es Salaam

Tuesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

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Direct returns

Dar Es Salaam to Kigali Intl

Monday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Tuesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Wednesday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Thursday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Friday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Saturday

RwandAir

RwandAir

Sunday

RwandAir

RwandAir

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