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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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
May 28 — Jun 41
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 28 April 2026.

Thu 7/520:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 28/51:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/4R8 850
Thu 18/620:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 10/91:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 26/4R8 866
Thu 7/520:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 14/51:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/4R8 916
Thu 18/620:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 5/914:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 26/4R9 444
Tue 5/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 14/51:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/4R9 543
Thu 9/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 30/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 26/4R9 709
Sun 14/612:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/91:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R9 857
Sat 13/69:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 10/91:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 26/4R10 055
Sat 9/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 14/51:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/4R10 105
Sun 14/612:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/914:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4R10 485

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Price

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 29/10

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 098

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 14/9

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R9 808

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 17/8

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 435

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 17/8

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 435

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 13/8

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R10 782
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 161

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 177

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 227

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 243

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 772

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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 28 April 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
128 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

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

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

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
128 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

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
128 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

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
1 003 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
303 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Boarding

8,2

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, 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 R8 878.

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