Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

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Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Schedule

Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Air Tanzania Economy #TC212500:30 - 01:00TZS 110,627
Zan Fast Ferries Economy 07:00 - 08:30TZS 99,330
Azam Marine Business 09:30 - 10:30TZS 129,250
Precision Air Economy #PW42111:05 - 11:35TZS 93,608
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1197712:30 - 13:00TZS 323,372
Zan Fast Ferries Platinum 14:00 - 15:30TZS 170,280
Zahsun Tours and Travel Premium Class 16:10 - 17:50TZS 176,784
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1635518:20 - 18:35TZS 267,233
Precision Air Economy #PW71221:55 - 22:25TZS 88,783
Precision Air Economy #PW43723:10 - 23:40TZS 158,434

Transportation from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Facts about the transport from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Cheapest Transport$30
Fastest Transport10m
Earliest Departure12:30 AM
Latest Departure10:45 PM
Departures per day47
Distance50 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Tanzania, Auric Air, Coastal Aviation, Hahn Air Systems, Precision Air, Zan Fast Ferries

How to get from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

When you want to get from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam, 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 383.22. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 29.53.

How far is Zanzibar from Dar es Salaam?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. Your trip will be a total of 32 miles (50 km). The flying distance is 89 miles (142 km).

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

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

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

The cost of the trip from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam 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 29.53 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 383.22.

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

  • Plane tickets - USD 29.53 to USD 124.66;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 41.81 to USD 383.22.

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

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

  • Flights from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam depart during the day - there are approximately 34 departures a day.
  • Ferries leave from Zanzibar for Dar es Salaam 13 times a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. 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 29.53.

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 Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Air Tanzania, Auric Air, Coastal Aviation, Hahn Air Systems, Precision Air

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam 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 Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam? 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:

  • 50% users took a plane.
  • 50% users voted for a ferry ticket.