Dar es Salaam Airport Transfer — Private Car from DAR | Fixed Price

Julius Nyerere International Airport is 12 kilometres southwest of Dar es Salaam's central business district. The airport handles East Africa's second-largest passenger volume and is the main gateway to Tanzania's business capital. The arrivals area has both an official taxi desk and a persistent informal market — unofficial operators approach passengers before they reach the exit. A pre-booked LocalsRide private car places a named driver inside the arrivals area with a name sign before the exit, eliminating the need to engage with the informal market.

Key Destinations from DAR

City Centre (Kivukoni, Kariakoo): 12 km, 20–40 min. Msasani Peninsula (upscale residential, expat area): 18 km, 30–50 min. Oyster Bay (embassies, luxury hotels): 16 km, 25–45 min. Masaki (restaurants, supermarkets): 17 km, 25–45 min. Mbezi Beach: 25 km, 40–60 min. Ferry terminal (for Zanzibar): 12 km, 20–35 min.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a taxi from Dar es Salaam Airport to the city?

The official taxi counter at DAR quotes $20–30 USD to the city centre or Msasani. Uber does not operate in Dar es Salaam. A pre-booked LocalsRide private car starts from $15 USD with a confirmed driver in arrivals.

Can I get a ferry from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

Yes — the Zanzibar ferry terminal (Kivukoni) is 12 km from the airport, 20–35 min. Fast ferries take 90 minutes to Stone Town. Direct transfer from DAR to the ferry terminal is a popular route on LocalsRide for travellers transiting to Zanzibar.