Volcanic cone of Mount Meru rising above trees and farmland under clear blue sky near Arusha

Cheap flights to Tanzania

Tanzania combines the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Mount Kilimanjaro with the beaches of Zanzibar. Northern safaris usually start from Kilimanjaro International or Arusha, while Zanzibar has its own international airport.

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Airports in Tanzania

JRO Kilimanjaro International · Arusha / MoshiDAR Julius Nyerere International · Dar es SalaamZNZ Abeid Amani Karume International · Zanzibar

Air Tanzania is the national carrier, and Tanzania is reached with one stop via European, Middle Eastern and African hubs; regional airlines handle domestic and safari flights.

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When airfare to Tanzania is cheapest

The dry season from about June to October and the Christmas holidays are peak. The long rains around April–May are usually the cheapest time, while January–February is popular for calving season in the southern Serengeti.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airport is best for a Serengeti safari?

Kilimanjaro International (JRO) is the usual international gateway, with small flights to Serengeti airstrips departing from Arusha Airport (ARK) or JRO.

Can I fly directly to Zanzibar?

Zanzibar's Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ) receives international flights via Middle Eastern, European and African hubs, as well as domestic flights.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Tanzania?

The April–May long rains are typically the lowest season; June–October and the holidays are the busiest.