Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

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Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar Schedule

Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Auric Air Economy #UI21506:45 - 07:05TZS 265,023
Azam Marine Business 09:30 - 10:30TZS 128,695
Auric Air Economy #UI20311:30 - 11:50TZS 281,795
Zahsun Tours and Travel Business Class 12:00 - 13:40TZS 149,270
Auric Air Economy #UI23514:00 - 14:20TZS 194,501
Zan Fast Ferries Economy 17:00 - 18:30TZS 98,276
Precision Air Economy #PW71518:50 - 19:20TZS 86,716
Air Tanzania Economy #TC12421:00 - 21:30TZS 133,478

Transportation from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Facts about the transport from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Cheapest Transport$37
Fastest Transport15m
Earliest Departure6:45 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day27
Distance97 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Tanzania, Auric Air, Azam Marine, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air, Zan Fast Ferries

How to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

When you want to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Ferry

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 375.30. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 36.40.

How far is Dar es Salaam from Zanzibar?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar. Your trip will be a total of 61 miles (97 km). The flying distance is 41 miles (65 km).

How long does it take to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

The travel time from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

The cost of the trip from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Precision Air: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 36.40 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry - a one-way Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 375.30.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar:

  • Plane tickets - USD 36.40 to USD 109.22;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 40.94 to USD 375.30.

How many trips per day are there between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar depart during the day - there are approximately 16 departures a day.
  • Ferries leave from Dar es Salaam for Zanzibar 11 times a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 36.40.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Air Tanzania, Auric Air, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions..

The most popular transport from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 77% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 23% users took a plane.