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Flights from Kigali to Dar es Salaam

Nonstop flights from Kigali (KGL) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) take about 1h 56m (1,143 km). RwandAir flies it. Lowest fare seen: $365 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Kigali to Dar es Salaam

Carriers on KGL–DAR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Kigali to Dar es Salaam flights

How long is the flight from Kigali to Dar es Salaam?
A nonstop flight from Kigali (KGL) to Dar es Salaam (DAR) takes about 1h 56m, covering 1,143 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Kigali from Dar es Salaam by air?
The great-circle distance between Kigali International Airport and Julius Nyerere International Airport is 1,143 km (710 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Kigali to Dar es Salaam?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the KGL–DAR route include RwandAir. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Kigali to Dar es Salaam cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on KGL–DAR was $365 USD with RwandAir (nonstop), departing 28 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Kigali to Dar es Salaam?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $270 with one stop against $365 nonstop, a saving of $95. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Kigali to Dar es Salaam?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Dar es Salaam visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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