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R4 144+ Direct flights to Zanzibar

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to Zanzibar found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
Jun 13 — Jun 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 14 Mai 2026.

Do 28/520:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Do 4/61:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/5R8 782
Sa 25/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Do 30/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 11/5R8 798
Do 16/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Do 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 11/5R9 637
Sa 30/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Do 4/61:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/5R9 818
Sa 18/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Do 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/5R10 163
So 7/612:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Airlink
Mo 8/612:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 55m
Airlink
Deal found 10/5R10 328
Sa 18/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sa 25/714:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/5R10 459
Mi 17/612:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Airlink
Do 18/612:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 55m
Airlink
Deal found 9/5R10 706

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 9/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mo 14/9

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 065

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 7/6

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mo 8/6

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 328
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

So 13/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sa 19/9

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R11 348

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 19/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mo 24/8

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R11 578

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 15/7

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mo 20/7

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R11 775

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 5/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mo 17/8

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R11 874

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 30/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mo 5/10

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R12 088
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 21/5

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 144

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Do 11/6

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 802

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mi 9/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 868

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights to Zanzibar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zanzibar. Reviews last updated 14 Mai 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair,RwandAir, andAir Tanzania to Tanzania by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
23 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
999 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
306 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

FAQ about direct flights to Zanzibar

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to Zanzibar to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Zanzibar?

    At the moment, Air Tanzania, FlySafair, Airlink offer direct flights to Zanzibar. Air Tanzania is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Zanzibar.

  • How long is a direct flight to Zanzibar?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Zanzibar to last approximately 3h 30m on average. The quickest direct flight to Zanzibar at this time departs from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (3h 30m), while the longest leaves from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (3h 30m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct to Zanzibar?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Zanzibar, September is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. February may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Zanzibar, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Zanzibar?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Zanzibar is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. A return direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar typically costs around R8 938.

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