New East African Flight Connections
Tanzanian regional carrier Flightlink is significantly expanding its Kenya-Tanzania network with two key route launches:
1. Nairobi-Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam (From July 1, 2025)
✈ Daily direct flights from JKIA
💰 Fares from $135 one-way
⏱ Convenient morning/evening schedules
2. Serengeti/Arusha-Wilson Airport (From June 15, 2025)
✈ First-ever direct link between Arusha & Nairobi’s Wilson Airport
🦁 Safari-friendly timings for Serengeti travelers
Why This Matters for East Africa
For Tourists:
- Seamless beach-to-safari connections (Zanzibar→Serengeti)
- Affordable access to UNESCO sites like Stone Town
For Business Travelers:
- Same-day Dar-Nairobi meetings possible
- Reduced transit times vs. current options
Flightlink’s Regional Growth Strategy
✔ 5th new route launched in 2025
✔ Focus on secondary airports (Wilson, Arusha)
✔ Codeshare talks with Kenyan airlines underway
“This cements our role as East Africa’s connectivity leader” — Flightlink CEO
Booking Information
📅 Reservations open: June 10, 2025
🌍 Routes:
- NBO↔ZNZ (PM664/665)
- NBO↔DAR (AM442/443)
- WIL↔ARK (SA102/103)
The Bigger Picture
These expansions come as East African tourism rebounds to 92% of pre-pandemic levels (EAC 2024 data). Flightlink’s move complements Kenya Airways’ existing network while offering lower-cost alternatives.
Plan Your Trip:
Flightlink Official Site | Kenya Tourism Board
