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Flight deals from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,150 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with Coastal Aviation.Outbound direct flight with Coastal Aviation departs from Mafia Island on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Coastal Aviation departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,150, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,996 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,996, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,996 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,996, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,996 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,996, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,996 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sat, 21 Jun.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,996, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,996 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,996, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,998 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,998, select.
Dar Es Salaam.P17,998 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Dec, returning Sun, 18 Jan.Return flight with Auric Air.Outbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Mafia Island on Tue, 30 Dec, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Inbound direct flight with Auric Air departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Mafia Island.Price includes taxes and charges.From P17,998, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from P17,150
Jun
from P17,996
Jul
from P18,334
Aug
from P18,077
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Direct flights from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam

Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Dar Es Salaam.

Kilindoni to Dar Es Salaam: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundP17,150
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time31 mins
Most popular airlineAuric Air
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam is P17,150. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
31 minutes is the average flight time from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam.
Auric Air, Coastal Aviation and Flexflight fly direct from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam.
As of May 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam.
The cheapest month to fly from Mafia Island to Dar Es Salaam is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mafia Island Airport to Dar Es Salaam Airport on Saturday, 17 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 31 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dar Es Salaam but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dar Es Salaam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Coastal Aviation offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dar Es Salaam.

Flying from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 30 minutes.

  • Flights from MFA to DAR start from 10:00 — the first with Coastal Aviation. The latest departure is at 17:35 with Auric Air. In total, you can take your pick of 33 weekly Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flights.

  • Your MFA to DAR flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like October, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.

  • Jetting into Dar Es Salaam (and then exploring more of Tanzania!) is a cinch with Coastal Aviation. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Coastal Aviation on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight is P8,514. A return fare right now is P17,150. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from MFA to DAR by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from MFA to DAR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • If you have a late Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DAR:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Julius Nyerere International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Europcar or First - Car Hire and see more of Dar Es Salaam and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Julius Nyerere International Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to central Dar Es Salaam

  • From Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar Es Salaam is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Dar Es Salaam in February.

  • Book your flight from Mafia Island Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport for March if you want to go to Dar Es Salaam during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MFA to DAR in July. Temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Zanzibar is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dar Es Salaam. Around 72 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Zanzibar Stone Town Heritage Society (ZSTHS), Old Dispensary and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.

  • Arusha is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 467 kilometres north-west of Dar Es Salaam. No trip is complete without visiting Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

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