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R3 596+ 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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
May 14 — May 211
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 14 April 2026.

Sat 29/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 3/91:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/4R8 395
Tue 11/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 13/81:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 14/4R8 643
Tue 25/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 1/914:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 9/4R8 940
Tue 18/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 22/814:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/4R8 956
Thu 16/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/4R9 055
Thu 30/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 7/51:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/4R9 121
Tue 11/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 15/814:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 14/4R9 220
Tue 6/109:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 13/1014:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/4R9 319
Sun 9/812:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Airlink
Mon 10/812:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 55m
Airlink
Deal found 14/4R9 335
Wed 9/912:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Airlink
Mon 14/912:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 55m
Airlink
Deal found 13/4R9 401
Wed 7/1012:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 13/1014:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4R9 451

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/8

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 22/8

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 956

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/10

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 13/10

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 319

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 401

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 19/5

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 4/6

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 401

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/10

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 12/10

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R9 467

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 25/7

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 946

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 29/6

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 226
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/4

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 288

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/4

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 321

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R4 519

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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 April 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
128 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

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

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

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

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

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
1 001 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

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
6,8
Okay
302 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,7

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, 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 R8 556.

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