Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago and Dar Es Salaam?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 80% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What airlines fly to Dar Es Salaam?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Dar Es Salaam from Chicago according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Dar Es Salaam. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Dar Es Salaam on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam?

Egyptair and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam?

Flights connecting via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 15m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam?

Istanbul (IST) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 6h 49m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,053.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport?

Prices for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport?

There are 7 operators available for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Dar Es Salaam Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:50 pm - 10:05 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

30h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

3:25 pm - 2:30 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$954Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 2

8:15 pm - 2:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

21h 40m1 stop Istanbul

3:55 am - 10:00 amDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

39h 05m1 stop Istanbul

$986Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 24

11:45 am - 2:55 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

30h 10m1 stop Istanbul

3:55 am - 7:20 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 25m1 stop Istanbul

$987Turkish Airlines

Thu, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 17

6:50 pm - 10:05 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

30h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Arusha Kilimanjaro

3:25 pm - 3:30 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

32h 05m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Doha Hamad Intl

$1,009Qatar Airways

Thu, Mar 4 - Thu, Mar 18

6:50 pm - 1:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

34h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

11:35 am - 2:30 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,060Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Feb 28

5:05 pm - 10:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

44h 45m3 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Amsterdam Schiphol Zanzibar Intl

11:59 pm - 2:25 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,063Delta

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 4

8:04 am - 10:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

29h 46m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Amsterdam Schiphol Arusha Kilimanjaro

11:59 pm - 2:25 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

23h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol

$1,063Delta

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Dec 4

6:00 am - 10:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

31h 50m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol Arusha Kilimanjaro

11:59 pm - 4:17 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

25h 18m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$1,073KLM

Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Dec 3

6:25 pm - 10:50 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

43h 25m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol Zanzibar Intl

11:59 pm - 5:19 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

26h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,088KLM

Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Dec 4

6:50 pm - 10:10 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

30h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Zanzibar Intl

11:35 am - 2:30 pmDAR Dar Es Salaam-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

35h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,089Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 14 - Sun, Feb 28

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Delta flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam

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Delta

Nov 23

ORD8:04 amChicago O'Hare Intl

29h 46m

3 stops

DAR10:50 pmDar Es Salaam

Dec 4

DAR11:59 pmDar Es Salaam

23h 26m

1 stop

ORD2:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,063

Delta

Nov 25

ORD4:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 25m

2 stops

DAR10:50 pmDar Es Salaam

Nov 30

DAR11:59 pmDar Es Salaam

30h 37m

2 stops

ORD9:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,189

Delta

Nov 25

ORD6:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl

31h 01m

3 stops

DAR10:50 pmDar Es Salaam

Nov 30

DAR11:59 pmDar Es Salaam

30h 37m

2 stops

ORD9:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$1,193

Turkish Airlines flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Chicago to Dar Es Salaam flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Nov 30

ORD8:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

DAR2:55 amDar Es Salaam

Jan 24

DAR3:55 amDar Es Salaam

39h 05m

1 stop

ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$986

Turkish Airlines

Mar 4

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

DAR2:55 amDar Es Salaam

Mar 17

DAR3:55 amDar Es Salaam

23h 25m

1 stop

ORD7:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$987

Turkish Airlines

Jan 21

ORD11:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

30h 10m

1 stop

DAR2:55 amDar Es Salaam

Jan 26

DAR3:55 amDar Es Salaam

39h 05m

1 stop

ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$999

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/18

6:50 pm-10:05 am

1 stop30h 15m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 2/2

3:25 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop32h 05m

$954

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/30

8:15 pm-2:55 am

1 stop21h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 1/24

3:55 am-10:00 am

1 stop39h 05m

$986

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/4

11:45 am-2:55 am

1 stop30h 10m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 3/17

3:55 am-7:20 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$987

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/4

6:50 pm-10:05 am

2 stops30h 15m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 3/18

3:25 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$1,009

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/14

6:50 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop34h 05m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 2/28

11:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

$1,060

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/24

5:05 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops44h 45m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 12/4

11:59 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$1,063

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ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

8:04 am-10:50 pm

3 stops29h 46m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 12/4

11:59 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop23h 26m

$1,063

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

6:00 am-10:50 pm

3 stops31h 50m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 12/3

11:59 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops25h 18m

$1,073

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/24

6:25 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops43h 25m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 12/4

11:59 pm-5:19 pm

2 stops26h 20m

$1,088

ChicagoDar Es Salaam

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

ORDDAR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/14

6:50 pm-10:10 am

2 stops30h 20m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 2/28

11:35 am-2:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

$1,089

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Dar Es Salaam?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,097 to $1,181.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $954.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Dar Es Salaam?

If you don’t want to visit Dar Es Salaam in November, then you should wait until January to fly from Chicago, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,105.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Dar Es Salaam from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Dar Es Salaam for around $1,327 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Dar Es Salaam from Chicago for as low as $1,192 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Dar Es Salaam flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Dar Es Salaam flight.

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Best Price Found	$702
Fastest flight time	22h 45m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Dar Es Salaam from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $702. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $954.

The fastest flight from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam takes 22h 45m

There are no direct flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam. There are no popular flight routes from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam

How far is Chicago to Dar Es Salaam by plane?
Chicago and Dar Es Salaam are 8392.6 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 22h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport?
Prices for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Dar Es Salaam Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Dar Es Salaam Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago to Dar Es Salaam is Kenya Airways (30% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Delta (28%), Ethiopian Air (20%), and Qatar Airways (13%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $971	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,459 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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KLM	PriceFrom $1,012	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,595 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,052	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,711 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $1,091	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 1,042 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom $1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 336 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $1,217	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,698 reviews	Search Delta flights

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