What airlines fly to Tanzania?

Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tanzania from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tanzania. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Tanzania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Tanzania?

RwandAir, Qatar Airways, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Tanzania

How long is the flight from California to Tanzania?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Tanzania you fly into. For example, flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar takes 19h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Zanzibar takes 19h 55m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

Prices for flights from California to Tanzania were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from California to Tanzania is 12 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Tanzania?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Tanzania.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tanzania 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tanzania. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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1:10 pm - 2:35 amSFO-JRO

26h 25m1 stop

6:10 am - 4:45 pmJRO-SFO

69h 35m1 stop

$852Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 25

12:40 pm - 4:05 amSFO-JRO

29h 25m2 stops

5:05 am - 10:35 amJRO-SFO

39h 30m1 stop

$861Turkish Airlines

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Sun, Sep 7 - Thu, Sep 18

8:31 am - 1:40 pmSFO-DAR

42h 09m2 stops

3:25 pm - 5:44 pmDAR-SFO

37h 19m2 stops

$924

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Mon, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 20

6:50 pm - 10:50 pmSFO-DAR

41h 00m3 stops

4:10 am - 4:45 pmDAR-SFO

23h 35m1 stop

$971

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Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 21

7:25 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZNZ

39h 55m2 stops

11:35 pm - 4:30 pmZNZ-SFO

27h 55m1 stop

$975SWISS

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Thu, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 13

3:00 pm - 7:10 amSFO-JRO

29h 10m1 stop

9:15 am - 12:40 pmJRO-SFO

38h 25m2 stops

$977Qatar Airways

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Mon, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 21

3:55 pm - 4:25 pmSFO-JRO

38h 30m2 stops

9:05 am - 1:35 pmJRO-SFO

38h 30m2 stops

$979Qatar Airways

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16

2:55 pm - 8:40 pmSFO-ZNZ

19h 45m1 stop

10:55 pm - 10:13 pmZNZ-SFO

34h 18m3 stops

$987Delta

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Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 24

2:55 pm - 8:40 pmSFO-ZNZ

19h 45m1 stop

10:55 pm - 11:20 pmZNZ-SFO

35h 25m3 stops

$988Delta

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Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 24

5:25 pm - 10:20 pmSFO-ZNZ

41h 55m3 stops

11:35 pm - 4:30 pmZNZ-SFO

27h 55m1 stop

$994SWISS

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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 16

SWISS flights from California to Tanzania

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SWISS

Dec 4

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

39h 55m

2 stops

ZNZ10:20 pmZanzibar Intl

Dec 13

ZNZ11:35 pmZanzibar Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$975

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SWISS

Dec 4

SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco

41h 55m

3 stops

ZNZ10:20 pmZanzibar Intl

Dec 16

ZNZ11:35 pmZanzibar Intl

27h 55m

1 stop

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$994

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SWISS

Jan 8

SFO7:25 pmSan Francisco

37h 05m

1 stop

JRO7:30 pmArusha Kilimanjaro

Jan 20

JRO9:20 pmArusha Kilimanjaro

30h 10m

2 stops

SFO4:30 pmSan Francisco

$1,007

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Ethiopian Air flights from California to Tanzania

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 17

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

26h 25m

2 stops

DAR11:10 amDar Es Salaam

Sep 29

DAR6:45 pmDar Es Salaam

30h 31m

3 stops

LAX3:16 pmLos Angeles

$1,072

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 8

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

26h 25m

2 stops

DAR11:10 amDar Es Salaam

Sep 29

DAR6:45 pmDar Es Salaam

30h 31m

3 stops

LAX3:16 pmLos Angeles

$1,089

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Ethiopian Air

Sep 17

LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles

42h 25m

3 stops

DAR3:10 amDar Es Salaam

Sep 29

DAR6:45 pmDar Es Salaam

30h 31m

3 stops

LAX3:16 pmLos Angeles

$1,105

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoArusha

SFO - JRO

SFOJRO

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

1:10 pm-2:35 am

1 stop26h 25m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Tue 11/25

6:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop69h 35m

$852

San FranciscoArusha

SFO - JRO

SFOJRO

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

12:40 pm-4:05 am

2 stops29h 25m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Thu 9/18

5:05 am-10:35 am

1 stop39h 30m

$861

San FranciscoDar Es Salaam

SFO - DAR

SFODAR

San Francisco

Mon 1/5

8:31 am-1:40 pm

2 stops42h 09m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 1/20

3:25 pm-5:44 pm

2 stops37h 19m

$924

San FranciscoDar Es Salaam

SFO - DAR

SFODAR

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

6:50 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops41h 00m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 1/21

4:10 am-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$971

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

7:25 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops39h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 12/13

11:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$975

San FranciscoArusha

SFO - JRO

SFOJRO

San Francisco

Mon 11/3

3:00 pm-7:10 am

1 stop29h 10m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Fri 11/21

9:15 am-12:40 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$977

San FranciscoArusha

SFO - JRO

SFOJRO

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

3:55 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Arusha Kilimanjaro

Tue 9/16

9:05 am-1:35 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$979

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

2:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/24

10:55 pm-10:13 pm

3 stops34h 18m

$987

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

2:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/24

10:55 pm-11:20 pm

3 stops35h 25m

$988

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

5:25 pm-10:20 pm

3 stops41h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 12/16

11:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$994

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tanzania?

The cheapest month to fly to Tanzania from California is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,201, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Tanzania from California during April instead. Flights to Tanzania in April, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $1,220.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Tanzania?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Tanzania from California is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,282. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. The most expensive day to fly to Tanzania is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,620.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Tanzania is in the morning. Flights from California to Tanzania during this time can be as low as $1,072. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Tanzania, so prices are often more expensive at around $1,598 per ticket.

Can stopping save me money on California to Tanzania flights?

You could potentially save up to 33% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Tanzania flight.

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Best Price Found	$591
Fastest flight time	19h 45m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Tanzania	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Tanzania from California in the past 72 hours is $591. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Tanzania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $852.

The fastest flight from California to Tanzania takes 19h 45m

There are no direct flights from California to Tanzania. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Dar Es Salaam Airport, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport - Arusha Kilimanjaro Airport and San Francisco Airport - Dar Es Salaam Airport.

There are 3 airports near Tanzania: Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO), Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Tanzania?
Prices for flights from California to Tanzania were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Tanzania?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Tanzania is 12 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Tanzania?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Tanzania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tanzania 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 license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tanzania. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from California to Tanzania

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $852	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $897	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $984	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,000	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,079	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom $1,128	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 30 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,232	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 803 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Austrian Airlines	PriceFrom $1,320	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 823 reviews	Search Austrian Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,384	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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