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R3 249+ Cheap flights from Zanzibar

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ZNZ — JNB
Apr 14 — Apr 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Zanzibar

Discover essential information about flights departing from Zanzibar, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Zanzibar airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 15 March 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

R388

Cheapest airline

Air Tanzania

Most popular destination

Dar Es Salaam (DAR)

Good round-trip deal

R2 792 or less

Good one-way deal

R432 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl is currently to Dar Es Salaam.
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On average, Air Tanzania currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl (avg. price of R8 521).
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Dar Es Salaam (DAR) is currently the most popular flight destination from Zanzibar Intl (average return price of R1 108).
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Cheapest flights from Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 March 2026.

Sun 26/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 4/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/3R7 057
Tue 31/38:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R7 125
Sat 25/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 3/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/3R7 345
Thu 16/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3R7 514
Sat 11/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 20/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 15/3R7 548
Sat 25/414:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Sat 2/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 11/3R7 870
Fri 3/48:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/49:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3R8 005
Mon 27/421:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3R8 310
Sun 26/420:40
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops17h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sun 3/514:25
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops11h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 12/3R9 494
Thu 16/44:40
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops9h 55m
Kenya Airways
Mon 20/414:25
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops11h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R9 664
Mon 27/44:40
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops9h 55m
Kenya Airways
Tue 26/57:20
CPT
-
ZNZ
1 stop18h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 14/3R9 680
Sun 26/47:30
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops11h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 3/518:55
CPT
-
ZNZ
1 stop11h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/3R9 816

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 26/4

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

14:15-7:00

1 stop15h 45m

R7 057

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 25/4

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 345

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 25/4

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 2/5

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R7 870

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 27/4

21:20-13:05

2 stops16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R8 310

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 27/4

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

12:00-21:30

2 stops8h 30m

R8 580

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 26/4

21:20-13:05

2 stops16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R8 682
Fastest return journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 16/4

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 23/4

14:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

R9 122

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 16/4

4:40-13:35

2 stops9h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

14:25-2:40

2 stops11h 15m

R9 664

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 27/4

20:40-10:55

1 stop15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

21:20-2:40

3 stops28h 20m

R10 053

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 24/4

10:10-23:35

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 1/5

14:25-9:20

2 stops17h 55m

R10 459

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Travel insights for flights from Zanzibar

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zanzibar?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar (average of R4 586). Flying from Zanzibar in January will prove the most costly (average of R6 685). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Zanzibar?

When flying from Zanzibar check dates and pricing for the following: Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Johannesburg.

Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania
From R7 154
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R9 253

What are popular destinations to fly to from Zanzibar?

From Zanzibar you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Dar Es Salaam (239 flights per day), Arusha (101 flights per day) and Doha (91 flights per day).

Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam
From R388
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R3 929
Arusha
Arusha
From R829

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Zanzibar?

The cheapest city to fly to from Zanzibar is Dar Es Salaam, with prices starting at R388. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam
From R388
Arusha
Arusha
From R829
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R3 929

Airline reviews for flights from Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Zanzibar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Zanzibar. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Kenya Airways from Zanzibar 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.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
296 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,7

Boarding

6,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Food

6,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Sophia,Oct 2025

ZNZ - NBO

Pretty good. Surprised to get a meal for such a short flight. Everything went decently. No complaints.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
296 reviews
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
296 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,7

Boarding

6,9

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

6,7

Comfort

6,8

Food

6,4

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Sophia,Oct 2025

ZNZ - NBO

Pretty good. Surprised to get a meal for such a short flight. Everything went decently. No complaints.

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  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Zanzibar?

    The most selected flight destinations from Zanzibar for the current month are Dubai, Dar Es Salaam, Arusha. While Arusha, Arusha, Dar Es Salaam are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Zanzibar to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Zanzibar for as low as R388 to Dar Es Salaam (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R3 978 to fly from Zanzibar.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar?

    September is currently the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar. At this moment in time January is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

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