Book flights from Dar es Salaam to Paris with Qatar Airways
The great thing about flights from Dar es Salaam to Paris with Qatar Airways is that you get to travel in complete comfort from the moment you step on board. Spacious, reclining seating gives you all the legroom you want for a comfortable experience, and you can choose from a selection of delicious dishes from our menu of award-winning cuisine. Our attentive and professional cabin crews will cater for all your on-board needs on your way to the French capital.
Paris is one of the truly great cities of the world, a centre for the arts and fashion, with artistic and architectural treasures that stun every visitor. Modern Paris was laid out in the 19th century and is characterised by wide, elegant boulevards, magnificent parks, and iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower. At the top of most itineraries are the Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre, but there are plenty of other attractions to enjoy too.
Arriving in Paris
Auckland International airport is the largest and busiest commercial and passenger hub in New Zealand, serving over nine million international and seven and a half million domestic passengers every year.
Modern and recently updated, the airport welcomes passengers from all over the world, and because of New Zealand’s location, sees a very high volume of long-haul passengers.
Auckland is a key transport hub in the Pacific region, and passengers flying from Auckland with Qatar Airways will find it to be a friendly, welcoming and very well-organised airport.
Transportation and parking
Auckland International airport is well served by public transport, with regular buses running every 20-30 minutes from the centre of Auckland. Look for Airbus and Maxx services, which also interconnect with other locations including Albany, Botany and Pakuranga. Shuttle buses run between most large hotels and the airport, and your hotel concierge will be able to provide you with timetables.
Taxi ranks are also located to the west of the International terminal building and a taxi journey from the centre of Auckland should take approximately 30 minutes, depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Limousines are also available for hire. Parking at the airport is plentiful with both short- and long-term options, undercover parking with high security, and a valet parking service.
Arriving at the airport
Passengers flying from Auckland with Qatar Airways depart from the International Terminal departure area. The international departure area is located on the upper level of the Terminal, and is connected via escalators and elevators. It is a very large building, so it is important to ensure you are in the correct part of the terminal and to leave yourself plenty of time to get to your check-in desk.
Security can be very tight, so allow approximately two hours before your flight is due to board to clear check-in and security checks.
Facilities and amenities
Auckland International airport has excellent facilities, with over 100 shops on-site and plenty of food and drink outlets too. One unique feature of the airport is a shopping collection point, where goods bought elsewhere in New Zealand from participating shops can be sent straight to the airport, to be collected before you fly out.
Food options include premium-quality sushi and Asian cuisine, through to on-the-go snacks and coffee outlets. For business travellers there are two large conference rooms in the international terminal building, and additional meeting rooms throughout the airport. Spacious VIP lounges are available for First and Business Class passengers.
Flying from Dar es Salaam
Just 12 kilometres from the centre of Dar es Salaam is Julius Nyerere International Airport, one of north Africa’s fastest growing airports and a major transport hub for the region. Named after the nation’s first president, the airport started out as a provincial landing point for cargo planes, and has now expanded to welcome both leisure and business travellers from all over the world.
Its international status means that it connects with other major airports in the Middle East and Europe. Passengers flying from Dar es Salaam with Qatar Airways will find this to be an efficient and friendly airport, with a real personal touch that makes it a charming starting point for any journey.
Transportation and parking
One of the easiest ways to get to the airport from the centre of Dar es Salaam is to take the frequent bus and coach links that run directly to the terminals. However, if you have a lot of luggage then it’s advisable to book a taxi through your hotel reception or concierge service.
The airport is within the city boundaries, so journey times are relatively short. If you travel during the morning rush hour in particular then you may need to allow extra time for your journey, as the roads around the airport can get quite congested.
At the moment, only short-term parking is available at the airport, so it is advisable to make alternative arrangements for vehicle storage if you are going away for a prolonged period.
Arriving at the airport
Passengers flying from Dar es Salaam with Qatar Airways depart from the Departure lounge in Terminal 2. This is the international departures area, and is well organised for speedy check-ins and security checks. While the process is relatively smooth, the airport does recommend that you allow at least three hours before your flight is due to depart, as security checks are thorough.
VIP and First Class passengers have use of a private lounge, while the public waiting area is spacious and comfortable.
Facilities and amenities
The airport has several small restaurants and food outlets, where you can purchase light snacks, fast food and beverages. A limited retail sector provides travellers with books, magazines and other travel essentials, while a Duty Free shop is also open for those last-minute gifts.
Family changing areas are available, and limited Wi-Fi access is provided in some parts of the terminals.