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R3 652+ 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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
Jan 3 — Jan 101
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 4 December 2025.

Thu 19/220:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 26/21:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R8 039
Sat 17/19:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Sat 24/114:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 3/12R8 380
Thu 19/220:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Sat 28/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R8 414
Sat 14/29:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 26/21:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R8 653
Tue 17/29:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 26/21:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R8 738
Sat 14/29:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Sat 28/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R9 029
Thu 19/220:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Tue 24/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R9 046
Tue 17/29:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Sat 28/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R9 114
Tue 31/39:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 28/51:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R9 199
Sat 14/29:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Tue 24/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/12R9 660

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 26/2

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 039

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 17/1

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 24/1

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 380

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 28/2

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 414

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 26/2

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 738

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 24/2

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 046

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 28/2

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 114

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 28/5

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 199

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 24/2

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 660

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 24/2

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 745

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 4/6

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 121

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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 4 December 2025.
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
118 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

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

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

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
37 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

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
902 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

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
287 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,5

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 R3 912. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Zanzibar, you can expect to pay around R10 318.

  • Which airlines fly direct to Zanzibar?

    At the moment, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air, Air Tanzania, FlySafair, RwandAir, Qatar Airways, Airlink, Hahn Air Systems offer direct flights to Zanzibar. Kenya Airways 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 R7 115.

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