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Julius Nyerere International Airport to Dar es Salaam — Transport Guide 2026

Dar es Salaam (DAR) is 12 km from the city centre. Bolt + Uber both operate. Airport taxis are fine but 40-60% more than ride-share.

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Last updated: 2026-08

Last verified: September 2026·By AirConnect Editorial·Fact-checked against Julius Nyerere International Airport authority + local transit operators + on-the-ground reports
Cheapest
Bolt (~$6-12)
Fastest
Bolt (~25 min off-peak)

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Bolt / Uber

ride share · Best for: Best value
Cost
TZS 15,000-30,000 ($6-12)
Time
25-60 min traffic
Frequency
On-demand
Bolt is more popular. Dar rush hour traffic can make transfers unpredictable.

Airport taxi

taxi · Best for: Direct + late arrivals
Cost
TZS 40,000-70,000 ($16-28)
Time
25-60 min traffic
Frequency
On-demand
Agree on price BEFORE getting in. Meters rarely used.

Hotel shuttle

shuttle · Best for: Multi-day resort stays
Cost
Varies
Time
30-60 min
Frequency
Pre-book
Peninsula + Sea Cliff hotels typically include airport pickup.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.

Getting out of Dar es Salaam (DAR)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Frequently asked

How far is Julius Nyerere International Airport from Dar es Salaam?
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is 12 km from Dar es Salaam city centre.
What is the cheapest way from DAR to Dar es Salaam?
Bolt (~$6-12)
What is the fastest way from DAR to Dar es Salaam?
Bolt (~25 min off-peak)