[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Iris Hotel Travelers unwind with spa treatments at Iris Hotel after exploring Zanzibar's vibrant culture, while staying connected from comfortable rooms ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/41e6e93f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/61d8ab3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/eaf72673.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/a0118a88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/fdba3986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Iris Hotel captures Zanzibar's warmth through rejuvenating massages and manicure/pedicure services. Guests start their day with a delicious breakfast buffet, enjoy free WiFi throughout their stay, and benefit from convenient dry cleaning/laundry services and express check-in. 7.0 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Room service - Housekeeping - Laundry - Parking included - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 4 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=6483952&PinnedHotelID=6483952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=6483952&PinnedHotelID=6483952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=6483952&PinnedHotelID=6483952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=6483952&PinnedHotelID=6483952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - 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City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/f06267fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan - 205 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/f06267fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan - 205 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/668bcaa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Memory foam bed - 205 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/41e6e93f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan - 205 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Two Bedrooms Apartment | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6490000/6484000/6483952/dec62039.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Two Bedrooms Apartment ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV 2 bedrooms Premium bedding Memory foam bed - 237 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/890000/889600/889519/daf5ce50_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel Kivukoni - Pool - Breakfast included - 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Airport (DAR) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pappa Roti - ‬5 min walk - ‪Chef's Pride Restaurant - ‬13 min walk - ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk - ‪Hong Kong Tai Yong Sun Restaurant - ‬12 min walk - ‪Mamboz Corner BBQ - ‬12 min walk ## About this property ### Iris Hotel Property highlights Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Iris Hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a manicure/pedicure. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in - Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe Room features All 85 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 18-inch TVs with premium channels - Refrigerators, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105230000/105222000/105221948/b85772ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Ideal Dar es Salaam - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 4.4 6 reviews CA $27 CA $37 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=105221948&PinnedHotelID=105221948&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17490000/17488400/17488343/ed3550f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wanyama Hotel Kariakoo Kariakoo - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 2.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=17488343&PinnedHotelID=17488343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Beach shuttle (surcharge) - Casino shuttle (surcharge) - Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge) - Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge) - Shopping center shuttle (surcharge) - Limo/town car service - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - A restaurant ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 24-hour business center - Meeting room ### Spa - Manicures/pedicures - Massage ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - 1 building - 6 floors - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Memory foam mattress - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 18-inch TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Limited room service - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Connecting rooms available - Iron/ironing board on request - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: USD 10.00 per stay - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 1.50 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Formula 10 Livingstone Formula 10 Livingstone Dar es Salaam Iris Hotel Dar es Salaam Formula 10 Livingstone Hotel Dar es Salaam Livingstone Hotel Dar es Salaam Livingstone Dar es Salaam Iris Dar es Salaam Iris Hotel Hotel Iris Hotel Dar es Salaam Iris Hotel Hotel Dar es Salaam ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Iris Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Iris Hotel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Iris Hotel? > Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Iris Hotel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Iris Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Iris Hotel located? > Situated in Dar es Salaam, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Vijana Mall and Kariakoo Market. Uhuru Monument and Le Grande Casino are also within 1 mi (2 km). Dar Es Salaam Central Station is 18 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Iris Hotel Reviews 7.0 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 6.2 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 6.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 28 6 - Okay 24 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 2 ### 4/10 Poor #### Justus Kafunjo Sep 29, 2019 Disliked: Staff & service It was a prison for 3 days. Reception was disorganised for they could not even agree that I had paid. No internet, hard water, workers not truthful ##### Justus Kafunjo Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Seamus Feb 15, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Not so cheap and cheerful On the positive side, the staff were efficient, polite and friendly. If you like Indian sub-continent food, the independently run resturant is ok, the food being spicy but with too much sauce/gravy for my taste. The WiFi was ok. Less positively, there were only three (France 24, CNN and Al Jazeera) English language news channels. The hotel, probably for reasons of the owner's/manager's religious beliefs was teetotal; while this is not a problem, it should be advertised. Cleanliness was a challenge - I saw two small cockroaches so there were definitely many more and breeding. The area was characterised by very small shops, unpaved roads (so dusty) and noise. The bed was hard and the pillows lumpy. ##### Seamus Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 3, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 1, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Me Sep 26, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The hotel is clean and a few steps away from a mall with good supermarket. Taxi stands and main road are just there downstairs. Staff are very friendly and way better than any hotel I stayed at recently they are extremely respectful and caring. Great value for money. ##### Me Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Ahmed Jul 16, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Bon sejour dans l'ensemble,établissement basique,mais propre,bien situé,personnel agréable,sauf petit-dejeuner quelconque et limité. ##### Ahmed Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 16, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Great value in the city centre The Iris Hotel is located in the city centre in an area that is both local and central - to the city, to the Zanzibar ferry and convenient (enough) for the airport. Expectations should be pitched at the price - true it's a little rough around the edges but the staff are very friendly and helpful. It's safe but usual precautions apply. The breakfast is adequate and is served in a comfortable and very clean dining room. Bedrooms have cable TV (if that's important to you), AC and a fan. WiFi only works in public areas but the signal there is strong. I'd have no hesitations recommending this hotel if you're looking for a central, clean and value-for-money hotel ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Eureka Sep 29, 2017 Liked: Room comfort Cheap stay in Dar es Salaam. The hotel is located in Kariakoo so-called a busy place, but convenient surroundings with a supermarket "citymall" and nice local restaurants as well. I was satisfied with my staying at this place. ##### Eureka Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Aug 19, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Room comfort #### Dar es Salam We arrived to Dar at 3:00 a.m. But Hotel provided for hotel shuttle, really apreciate. Medium hotel, clean with nice staff, but facilities has to be improve, as well bathrooms. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Fie Jensen and Chris Jul 31, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stolen money from the room. Do not stay. We got stolen $400 USD from our room, and the hotel doesn't want to take responsibility for it. We were one gone for only 2 hours and the door was locked. Staff steals there. Will never stay again and will not recommend. ##### Fie Jensen and Chris Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Tracey, Lehigh Valley Pa Jul 12, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Better off hanging at the airport Very spartan by any standard. No blankets or towels given. Bed like sleeping on a door with sheets. Was so uncomfortable I did not sleep anyway. Should have just stayed at the airport.... would have gotten more sleep. ##### Tracey Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Sara, Australia Jul 21, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Budget Option Really comfortable room in a really nice place with friendly, warm staff. Best budget option I have experienced in Dar Es Salaam, and was much better quality than I was expecting. Food places close by as well. ##### Sara ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller May 7, 2016 #### Good^^ Good for price. ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### martin jose Apr 2, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### martin jose ### 8/10 Good #### Sanne Lindsten, Denmark Mar 15, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice experience I arrived late and spent one night at Livingstone hotel together with my boyfriend from Zanzibar, who arrived earlier. The room was totally perfect for the night. Cute and clean, and the breakfast the day after was alright to. I will most likely stay there again. ##### Sanne Lindsten ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 14, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Meget god service og venligt personale, området hotellet lå i var dog ikke særlig spændende, da der ikke var meget at se og lave. Hotellet ligger I et buisnesskvater, så hvis man er er der grundet forretning er det helt ideelt til dette ##### Verified traveller ### 8/10 Good #### Erkki, Helsinki Feb 28, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Afrikan kierros Ystävällinen henkilökunta. Hinta laatu kohdallaan. ##### Erkki ### 6/10 Okay #### Olof, Stockholm Feb 26, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort you have to add in info about the hotel, they dont serve alcohol, and no bacon for brekfast, its the 3:d hotel I booked with you same thing happend, be better to info your guest about things like this, so long Ola'O ##### Olof ### 10/10 Excellent #### traveler Feb 26, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very pleasant, ideal location and very friendly staff with clean rooms ##### traveler ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom, Melbourne Jan 23, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Room had AIR CONDITIONING and a porch for smoking. ##### Tom ### 10/10 Excellent #### Viktor, Sweden Jan 17, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Great value for the money Great value for the money. ##### Viktor ### 8/10 Good #### Natalie Jan 7, 2016 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### Natalie ### 6/10 Okay #### WON KYUNG, Africa tour Dec 20, 2015 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Good hotel for biz. Fist time, they didn't provide me breakfast time. So I missed it. But they are friendly. ##### WON KYUNG ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Dec 14, 2015 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort The staff are nice, the rooms are basic, location is central. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dewi, Amsterdam Nov 26, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Goed budget hotel! Mijn bagage was kwijt geraakt tijdens mijn vlucht. Hotel heeft mij hier heel goed mee geholpen om te zorgen dat ik dit zo snel mogelijk terug kreeg. Personeel is zeer vriendelijk. Kamers zijn schoon en ruim. De ligging is midden in het hectische centrum. Heel dichtbij de kariakoo markt! ##### Dewi ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Royal-Zanzibar-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h5563953.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in St. Barthelemy](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-St-Barthelemy-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d6069953-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Turaco Nungwi Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) > > [Le Mersenne Zanzibar, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Le-Mersenne-Beach.h65725614.Hotel-Information) > > [The Residence Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kizimkazi-Hotels-The-Residence-Zanzibar.h4261204.Hotel-Information) > > [Melia Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Melia-Zanzibar.h1407257.Hotel-Information) > > [Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ngorongoro-Conservation-Area-Hotels-Ngorongoro-Serena-Safari-Lodge.h903728.Hotel-Information) > > [Konokono Beach Resort and Isaraya Over Water Villa](https://www.expedia.ca/Michamvi-Hotels-Konokono-Beach-Resort.h3881687.Hotel-Information) > > [Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti](https://www.expedia.ca/Serengeti-National-Park-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Safari-Lodge-Serengeti.h2949601.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) > > [TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-TUI-Blue-Bahari-Zanzibar.h4532516.Hotel-Information) > > [Gran Melia Arusha](https://www.expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Gran-Melia-Arusha.h34865479.Hotel-Information) > > [Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Blanco - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Pueblo-Bonito-Los-Cabos-Blanco-All-Inclusive.h400787.Hotel-Information) > > [Family Hotels in Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Dominican-Republic-Family-Hotel.0-0-d50-tFamilyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Africa Safari Selous](https://www.expedia.ca/Selous-Game-Reserve-Hotels-Africa-Safari-Selous.h8446485.Hotel-Information) > > [Brubru Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Moshi-Hotels-Altezza-Lodge.h19686862.Hotel-Information) > > [Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Kiwengwa-Hotels-Bluebay-Beach-Resort-And-Spa.h1867044.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Dieppe (YQM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/yqm/montreal-to-moncton) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Washington (DCA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/dca/ottawa-to-washington) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Dubai (DXB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/dxb/calgary-to-dubai) > > [WestJet Toronto (YYZ) to Calgary (YYC) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/westjet-from-pearson-intl-to-calgary-intl/ws/yyz/yyc) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Taoyuan City (TPE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/tpe/toronto-to-taipei) > > [flights from windsor airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yqg/flights-from-windsor-airport) > > [Air Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Air-Canada-Flights.cAC.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Dieppe (YQM) to Montreal (YUL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqm/yul/moncton-to-montreal) ### General > [Visit New Zealand](https://www.expedia.ca/New-Zealand.dx133)