Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Tanzania according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Tanzania to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Tanzania and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 136 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Tanzania to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Tanzania to South Africa flights?

According to our data, Airlink have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 2% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How long is the flight from Tanzania to South Africa?

On average, it takes 3h 30m to fly from Tanzania to South Africa if you fly out of Dar Es Salaam (the most popular airport in Tanzania) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Zanzibar and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 3h 50m.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Tanzania to South Africa on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from Tanzania to South Africa as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00, with 67% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tanzania to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, FlySafair, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Tanzania to South Africa

How many flights depart from Tanzania to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Tanzania and South Africa is 27 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tanzania to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Tanzania to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tanzania to South Africa?

As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Tanzania to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tanzania to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Tanzania to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Sun, Feb 22 - Wed, Feb 25

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DAR10:45Dar Es Salaam

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JNB13:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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DAR10:45Dar Es Salaam

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DAR10:45Dar Es Salaam

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JNB14:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

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DAR16:00Dar Es Salaam

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Tanzania is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R6 714, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until March to fly from Tanzania, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 827.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Tanzania. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was R7 240. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Tanzania to South Africa on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around R9 061. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Tanzania in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R6 602 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is at midday when prices are around R7 089.

What is the cheapest Tanzania to South Africa flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Tanzania to South Africa flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Tanzania to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	R4 292
Fastest flight time	3h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in South Africa	65 airports

The best one-way flight to South Africa from Tanzania in the past 72 hours is R4 292. The best return flight deal from Tanzania to South Africa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R7 645.

The fastest flight from Tanzania to South Africa takes 3h 30m

Direct flights go from Tanzania to South Africa every day.

There are 65 airports in South Africa. From Tanzania there are direct flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT), Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tanzania to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Tanzania to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tanzania to South Africa?
As of February 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Tanzania to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tanzania to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Tanzania to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to South Africa can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at South Africa. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Tanzania to South Africa?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tanzania and South Africa, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 32,93% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 190 with 26,31%, Airbus A220-300 with 25,44%, and Boeing 737 with 4,18%.

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RwandAir	PriceFrom R4 347	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 40 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R4 395	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 18 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R5 024	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 291 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 067	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 958 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
FlySafair	PriceFrom R5 713	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 124 reviews	Search FlySafair flights
South African	PriceFrom R6 157	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 52 reviews	Search South African flights
Airlink	PriceFrom R6 462	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,5 83 reviews	Search Airlink flights

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Tanzania to South Africa flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Tanzania to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a Tanzania to South Africa flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tanzania to South Africa?

Ethiopian Air, FlySafair, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Tanzania to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

How often are flights from Tanzania to South Africa delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between Tanzania and South Africa have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 136 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Tanzania to South Africa flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Tanzania to South Africa flights?

According to our data, Airlink have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 2% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Tanzania to South Africa on average per day?

3 flights are operational daily from Tanzania to South Africa as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 3:00, with 67% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

How many flights depart from Tanzania to South Africa on average per week?

The number of flights available between Tanzania and South Africa is 27 per week as of February 2026. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 22% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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