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R2 877+ 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
Mar 29 — Apr 51
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 February 2026.

Sat 14/39:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 19/31:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/2R7 136
Thu 16/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 21/414:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 26/2R7 374
Thu 23/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 25/414:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 23/2R7 390
Thu 12/320:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 21/314:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/2R7 422
Thu 11/620:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 23/614:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 23/2R7 470
Sun 2/812:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Airlink
Mon 17/812:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 55m
Airlink
Deal found 27/2R7 692
Wed 17/612:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Airlink
Mon 22/612:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 55m
Airlink
Deal found 26/2R7 724
Thu 30/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 6/81:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/2R7 740
Sat 20/69:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 27/614:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/2R7 867
Wed 10/612:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/614:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2R7 930
Tue 24/39:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 31/314:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/2R7 994
Sat 14/39:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 21/314:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 27/2R8 026

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 25/4

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 390

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 23/6

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 470

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 22/6

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R7 724

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 6/8

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 740

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/6

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 23/6

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 930

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 31/3

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R7 994

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 21/7

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 312

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 13/8

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R8 439

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 29/8

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 011

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 26/5

14:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 2/6

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 059

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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 27 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air 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
126 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

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
126 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
126 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

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
962 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
126 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

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
293 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
126 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

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.

  • How much are direct flights to Zanzibar?

    On average, a one-way direct flight to Zanzibar will cost users approximately R4 148. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Zanzibar, you can expect to pay around R8 098.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Zanzibar?

    At the moment, Air Tanzania, FlySafair, Airlink, Hahn Air Systems 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, May 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 R6 123.

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