Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport.
Flights from DAR to MWZ start from 05:15 — the earliest with Air Tanzania. The latest departure is at 23:35 with Air Tanzania. In total, there are 26 weekly Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DAR to MWZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to Mwanza (and then seeing more of Tanzania!) is a snap with Precision Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Precision Air on this route.
Among carriers operating DAR to MWZ flights, Precision Air has the best track record for timely arrivals.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport. Many passengers pass through Kilimanjaro International Airport when flying between DAR and MWZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
At the moment, $97 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $152. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DAR to MWZ.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DAR to MWZ.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport.
Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Of the flights that depart from Julius Nyerere International Airport, 68.39% arrive on time at their destination.
Julius Nyerere International Airport is about 7 miles from central Dar Es Salaam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DAR:
Arriving at Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
Reserve a hotel near MWZ if you're catching a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to central Mwanza
Mwanza Airport to central Mwanza has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
When to fly to Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport. October is the busiest month to head to Mwanza. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Mwanza Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Mwanza, with the temperature ranging from 66ºF to 82ºF.
July has average temperatures of between 64ºF and 82ºF. Search for cheap tickets from DAR to MWZ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Mwanza is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be discovered. Around 270 miles east of Mwanza, a trip to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Kigoma is another favorite destination in Tanzania and is around 280 miles south-west of Mwanza. No journey is complete without dropping by Livingstone Museum & Memorial, Hill Top Beach and Masanga Cemetery.
