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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 21 August 2026.

Sat 14/119:00 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Thu 19/111:50 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 17/8R7 785

Thu 10/920:15 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Thu 24/91:50 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 17/8R8 043

Thu 10/920:15 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Tue 22/914:35 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 17/8R8 301

Thu 19/1120:15 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Tue 24/1114:35 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 17/8R8 462

Tue 1/129:00 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Tue 19/114:35 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 21/8R8 478

Thu 17/920:15 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Thu 24/91:50 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 21/8R8 494

Sat 9/19:00 -

Nonstop3h 35m

Sat 16/114:35 -

Nonstop3h 50m

Deal found 19/8R8 655

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ZA1-ZNZ

JNB-ZNZ

Estimated return price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 26/11

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 704

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/10

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 24/10

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 203

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 26/11

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R9 945

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 12/9

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 22/9

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R10 041

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 30/11

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 573

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/11

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 28/11

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R10 718

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/2

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 8/2

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 831

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 24/9

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 896

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 14/9

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 976

Cheapest one-way

Fastest single journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/8

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R3 772

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Deals found on 19/8

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Zanzibar

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.

8,3

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 7

10,0

Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

8,3

Very Good

8,3

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 7

10,0

Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

7,8

Good

8,3

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 7

10,0

Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

7,6

Good

8,3

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 7

10,0

Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

7,2

Good

8,3

Very Good

Reviews

1 / 7

10,0

Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

6,7

Okay

8,3

Very Good

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

How much are direct flights to Zanzibar?
On average, a one-way direct flight to Zanzibar will cost users approximately R4 580. If you're looking for a direct return flight to Zanzibar, you can expect to pay around R10 510.
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 4h 25m on average. The quickest direct flight to Zanzibar at this time departs from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (3h 35m), while the longest leaves from Cape Town (5h 15m).
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 R6 727.

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