24 August 2022
Plenty of people hope to visit Tanzania at least once in their lives. If you are planning a trip there, one subject you will probably want to read up on is the airports in Tanzania.
Much like many other African countries, Tanzania is full of natural beauty and a wide variety of animals that lots of people long to see in the wild at some point.
Tanzania usually ranks near the top of the bucket list for anyone who dreams of a safari holiday. Still, if you want to get to Tanzania, you will have to fly.
This guide looks at the main airports in Tanzania and also shares a few travel tips for Tanzania. Read on if you would like to learn more!
The Main Airports in Tanzania
Julius Nyerere International Airport
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) is the biggest airport in Tanzania.
Building work on this airport was completed in 1954, and visitors to Tanzania have used it regularly ever since.
With 3 terminals it is the country's largest airport, which means plenty of flights arrive and depart here.
The airport is very modern, and a recent expansion added an entirely new airport just for international flights, so it has grown even bigger!
Mwanza International Airport
Mwanza International is one of the most popular airports in the north of Tanzania.
Because it sits near the city of Mwanza and close to the southern shores of Lake Victoria, quite a few tourists fly in or out here during their holiday in Tanzania.
Kilimanjaro International Airport
Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) ranks among the most popular airports in Tanzania.
You will find it south-west of Kilimanjaro national park, and it is a firm favourite with travellers who come to Tanzania to climb the mountain or to go on safari in the national parks near Arusha.
Arusha Airport
Arusha airport is smaller, yet it still functions as one of the major airports in Tanzania.
It lies in the city of Arusha and is the first choice for domestic travel around Tanzania.
That role goes a long way towards explaining why the airport is so popular.
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
Last of all, Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a favourite with travellers heading to the Zanzibar region of Tanzania.
Lying roughly 5 kilometres south of Stone Town, it is ideal to fly into if you want to enjoy the island's beautiful white beaches on your Zanzibar holiday.
Tips for Traveling in Tanzania
Below are a few tips for getting around Tanzania and staying safe while you do:
- After dark, always move around in a group and never go out on your own.
- Pick the time of year for your visit according to what you want from the holiday (wildlife viewing, the wildebeest migration, etc.)
- Make sure you have had all the recommended vaccinations before you travel to Tanzania.
- Get a local SIM card so you can stay in contact with people at home while you travel.
Summary
To sum up, this guide has covered several of the main airports in Tanzania along with a number of travel tips to help you make the most of your holiday.
Thank you for reading!
