Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to New York: what you need to know
Julius Nyerere International Airport is located in Dar Es Salaam. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, New York is seven hours behind Dar Es Salaam.
To avoid missing your DAR to New York flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from DAR to New York with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
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Central Dar Es Salaam to DAR is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 30 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a hotel close to DAR? If you're boarding an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Julius Nyerere International Airport, 68.39% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to New York
ج.م. 32,786 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 33,552. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from DAR to New York. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:
Go where the road takes you with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and find adventure across New York and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DAR to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is roughly 24 kilometres from central New York. Once you've disembarked your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to EWR. Unwind and get cosy after your DAR to New York flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Newark Liberty International Airport is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Make tracks for the city centre after your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York has touched down. Central New York is around 18 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to get to by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by staying at a hotel near LGA after your DAR to New York flight. Recharge after a day of travel or simply take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Stay in control of the next part of your trip with a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty will get you on the road.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from LGA around two weeks before your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, as well as a better rate.
The address for LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
Travel to New York in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Before locking in your Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DAR to New York in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
After booking your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to New York, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring New York:
Central Park and Statue of Liberty are a couple of top attractions to add to your New York to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Empire State Building.
Explore more of United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another standout destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.