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Cheap Flight Deals to Zanzibar

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Zanzibar that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals to Zanzibar

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar.
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20:15 - 0:50JNB-ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
1:50 - 4:40ZNZ-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R5 527FlySafair
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Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
20:15 - 0:50JNB-ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
1:50 - 4:40ZNZ-JNB
3h 50mdirect
R5 601FlySafair
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Thu, May 1 - Thu, May 8
8:20 - 18:15JNB-ZNZ
8h 55m1 stop
19:10 - 3:55ZNZ-JNB
9h 45m1 stop
R5 637Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Apr 19 - Sat, Apr 26
8:20 - 18:15JNB-ZNZ
8h 55m1 stop
3:40 - 13:05ZNZ-JNB
10h 25m1 stop
R5 693Ethiopian Air
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Fri, May 2 - Wed, May 14
1:15 - 9:20JNB-ZNZ
7h 05m1 stop
3:40 - 10:55ZNZ-JNB
8h 15m1 stop
R6 872Kenya Airways
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Fri, Apr 18 - Fri, Apr 25
1:15 - 1:40JNB-ZNZ
23h 25m1 stop
3:40 - 0:15ZNZ-JNB
21h 35m1 stop
R6 890Kenya Airways
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Tue, May 13 - Tue, May 20
14:15 - 21:50JNB-ZNZ
30h 35m2 stops
22:20 - 13:15ZNZ-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
R10 077Air Tanzania
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Mon, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 20
14:15 - 14:10JNB-ZNZ
22h 55m1 stop
22:20 - 13:15ZNZ-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
R10 151Air Tanzania
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Sat, Apr 12 - Tue, Sep 9
13:00 - 8:00CPT-ZNZ
18h 00m1 stop
23:20 - 10:50ZNZ-CPT
36h 30m1 stop
R14 370Qatar Airways
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Wed, May 7 - Thu, May 15
13:00 - 8:00CPT-ZNZ
18h 00m1 stop
23:20 - 10:50ZNZ-CPT
36h 30m1 stop
R14 664Qatar Airways
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Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 15

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Zanzibar

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Zanzibar to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Zanzibar?

The average price of all round-trip flights to Zanzibar clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Zanzibar is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R10 159. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are R11 539 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Zanzibar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Zanzibar is May, where tickets cost R6 651 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of tickets from South Africa is R9 782 and R8 990 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is May with an average price of R6 651.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Zanzibar?

The average price for all round-trip flights to Zanzibar depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Zanzibar is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R442 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Zanzibar is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R519.

What is a good deal for flights to Zanzibar?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Zanzibar, 25% of our users found tickets to Zanzibar for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R6 890 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Zanzibar?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Zanzibar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price, you should book around 12 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

Good to know – Book Cheap Zanzibar Plane Tickets

Low season

February

High season

December

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R4 016
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

When to book flights to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Zanzibar based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs - booking Zanzibar flights

  • Which airlines have the best Economy Class baggage policy?

    If you're travelling with a lot of luggage and looking for the best deals, have a look at flights with Kenya Airways. Economy Class tickets for Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) to Zanzibar include one carry-on bag weighing around 8 kg, and two checked bags weighing 23 kg each. The standard allowance for checked baggage on Economy flights is one 23 kg bag. Kenya Airways flights in conjunction with other airlines won't have the same allowance, so be aware of that.

  • Which airlines offer Special Assistance to those with reduced mobility?

    Passengers with reduced mobility on flights from South Africa to Zanzibar can receive special assistance from airlines such as South African Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and Kenya Airways. These airlines offer wheelchair services, Priority boarding, and trained staff. South African Airways operates flights from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar. Ethiopian Airlines operates flights from JNB with a stopover in Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) before reaching ZNZ. Kenya Airways operates flights from JNB and King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, with a stopover in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) en route to Zanzibar.

  • How far is Zanzibar Intl Airport from central Zanzibar?

    There are 7 km between Zanzibar city centre and Zanzibar Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Zanzibar’s airport?

    Zanzibar is served by Zanzibar Intl Airport, also commonly referred to as Abeid Amani Karume Intl or Zanzibar Intl. The airport code is ZNZ.

  • How much is a flight to Zanzibar?

    On average, a flight to Zanzibar costs R6 173. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R2 490 and departed from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Zanzibar?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Zanzibar.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Zanzibar?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zanzibar is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Zanzibar?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Zanzibar with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Zanzibar?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zanzibar up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Zanzibar are there each week?

    Each week there are around 3 direct flights from within South Africa to Zanzibar. The most common day for departures is Tuesday, with 33% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Zanzibar

  • Looking for cheap airfare to Zanzibar? 25% of our users found return tickets to Zanzibar for the following prices or less: From Johannesburg OR Tambo R4 639
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Zanzibar flight deals.
  • When arriving at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar, taking a taxi is the most convenient way to reach the city centre. Public transport from the airport can be unreliable and difficult to navigate in Zanzibar, though it is much cheaper than taking a taxi.
  • When taking a self-transfer flight, like South African Airways or Precision Airways via Nairobi or Dar Es Salaam, be aware of potential risks such as tight connection times, separate ticketing, and the need to collect and re-check baggage.
  • If you're travelling from Durban or Cape Town with FlySafair to save on flight costs, pack as lightly as possible. FlySafair tickets don't include a checked baggage allowance, which could increase the ticket cost by more than is affordable to you.
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Prefer to fly direct to Zanzibar Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct to Zanzibar Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

South Africa to Zanzibar Intl

Monday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

Tuesday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

Wednesday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +38 more

Air France, Air India, +39 more

Thursday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +34 more

Air France, Air India, +35 more

Friday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

Saturday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +38 more

Air France, Air India, +39 more

Sunday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

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Direct returns

Zanzibar Intl to South Africa

Monday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

Tuesday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

Wednesday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +38 more

Air France, Air India, +39 more

Thursday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +34 more

Air France, Air India, +35 more

Friday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

Saturday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +38 more

Air France, Air India, +39 more

Sunday

Air France, Air India, Air Serbia, +36 more

Air France, Air India, +37 more

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Top 5 airlines flying to Zanzibar

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Zanzibar. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from South Africa to Zanzibar. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Zanzibar? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,2
FlySafairOverall score based on 112 reviews
6,4Food
7,6Comfort
6,0Entertainment
8,3Boarding
8,6Crew
Airline reviews

Old planes and lack of attention to detail. Horrible experience.

2,0 MediocreAlbert, Nov 2024JNB - DUR
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Old planes and lack of attention to detail. Horrible experience.

Very good experience considering that is low cost company. Good value for money.

Make some provisions for non-disabled elderly people who don't require assistance necessarily but would appreciate not having to walks long distances or stand for prolonged periods of time. For example: Seats close to boarding gates. Not being required to climb down and up stairs to board and deplane if in rows 17 upwards. Not being required to stand in long queues in boarding tunnels waiting to board. Priority fast track through security points to avoid long queues in departure halls.

Great airline. Will use again. Keep up the great work though and maintain your customer retention. And please keep an eye on the bottom line and stay in business for decades to come and grow from strength to strength.

For the first time ever we had a grumpy check in agent. I got told off for not having a lock on my bag and she looked seriously put out that we were checking in as a group of 7. Very unusual as I fly regularly with Safair and all the staff have always been super friendly.

Free or minimal cost water available in recyclable cups on board would be very welcome! Everything else was great!

Seats are small. But I guess that will not change on my behalf. Otherwise their service is great.

Loved our Cabin Crew you could tell they enjoyed there job. The Chief Stuart was a delight. What a great way to start our day with such a positive company.

Pros: "crew insisting everyone covers mouth and nose with the mask"
Cons: "surprised to see no separation between people,"

The airline cancelled my flight and as a result I had to book thru another airline. Furthermore, I forfeited $20 with kayak.

Pros: "Did not travel"
Cons: "Because of COV-19 my friend that I did not travel. I tried to contact the airline by all possible means but Air Tanzania did not get back to me. Needless to say we did not receive any reimbursement for the flights paid. Communication with the customers would have been nice and the tickets reimbursed or vouchers offered,"

I had to stay in the airport 15 even with a hotel reservation..i was refused to inter to qatar cuz the hotel was outside the airport. They could have offered a solution. It was really exhausting for me and my family.

They didn't board by zones and it was a free for all. The 16 hour flight was the most excruciating experience of my life and the seats were TINY... with no leg space and my feet were swollen immediately. The food was so bad it was inedible.

The space was tight, hardly any leg room and the crew surprisingly were busy and did not take the time to attend to passengers, felt rushed. There was a delay for check in since the systems were down the airport staffs were accommodating

The Qatar Airways staff pre-boarding and also on the flight from Dallas to Doha were incredibly mediocre and arrogant. Consider retraining these individuals Other flights were ok.

My experience with Qatar airway was very unsatisfactory. They lost my child’s stroller and I was told they found it and will send it to the hotel which was a lie. I had to go back to the airport baggage claim and pick up myself after trying to contact them many times!. There was a lack professional and communication. I am very disappointed in Qatar airway and will not be recommending them to friends and family nor will I be flying with them in the future.

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

Flight was fine overall. What you would expect from economy seats. I did appreciate the amenities (eyemask, earplugs, small toothbrush and toothpaste, thin socks).

More facilities to transport to the gates......felt too much walking distance

Not good. Expected a lot more as far as excellence.

Fantastic, the 787-9 is a very beautifully designed plane and it was a pleasure to fly in the Qsuite. The suite did feel slightly smaller than the 777 variant, and the suite door also felt smaller, as I felt more exposed as passengers and crew walked past. Food was too notch, and the service was fantastic. I wish they’d enforce boarding zones more effectively, but otherwise they did really well.

No Asian Vegetarian food was available on this sector but only fish and chicken and pasta were offered.

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Terrible customer service I lost my bag luggage and I still haven’t received any information

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Like: Plane made it to the destination. Dislike: Food is terrible, no entertainment, very dirty airplane.

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

I have been flew with ET since 2013 and I wish the service can be reach standard airlines as Star Alliance member please ET you need to improve many thing on the services learn from SQ and other member

Was very good, was happy with the way staff were smiling and how they were approachable

A child was loud throughout which made the trip less than optimal. Crew was great and professional. They need to change the automatic seat belt announcement which is too loud and had other unneeded words like "this is XYZ announcement number one'

Love the dreamliner plane. It's such a smooth ride, I don't notice that it's 15 hours in the air. The staff are great and they don't overstuff you with food.

I really like this airline. The staff are lovely and friendly, the planes are tidy and unfussy. I would rate them at the top of the African Airline carriers.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

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