Dar Es Salaam

Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

Location

The airport is situated eight miles (13km) southwest of Dar es Salaam.

Getting to the city

Most large hotels offer airport pick-up services and it is a good idea to arrange these when possible. Taxis are almost always available. It is also possible to rent a car.

Time

Local time is GMT +3.

Car rental

Car hire companies operate at the airport.

Airport Taxis

Taxis can be easily hailed from outside the terminal building but few of these have meters so it is best to negotiate on a price first. The journey to the city can take anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour, depending on traffic.

Facilities

The airport has a post office, banks, a bureau de change, restaurants, bars, a Business Lounge, a duty-free shop, gift shop, travel agent, and tourist help desk. Facilities are available for disabled travellers.

Parking

There is a car park in front of the terminal buildings.

Departure tax

US$ 30 for international flights and US$ 5 for domestic flights.

Website www.taa.go.tz

Transferring between the terminals is not usually required but can be done on foot or by taxi.