R3 509+ 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 12/3. 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 — CPT
Mar 24 — Mar 311
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 22 February 2026.

Cheapest one-way flight

R3 933

Cheapest airline

Air Tanzania

Most popular destination

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)

Good round-trip deal

R2 644 or less

Good one-way deal

R465 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl is currently to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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On average, Air Tanzania currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl (avg. price of R8 023).
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Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is currently the most popular flight destination from Zanzibar Intl (average return price of R5 464).
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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 22 February 2026.

Sun 5/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 13/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 20/2R6 506
Thu 5/31:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 12/320:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 19/2R6 602
Wed 4/31:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Fri 6/314:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 19/2R6 858
Fri 6/38:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/320:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2R7 323
Sat 4/417:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/49:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2R7 451
Tue 30/614:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 2/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 21/2R7 772
Mon 6/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/416:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
3 stops25h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2R8 268
Mon 6/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Tue 14/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 21/2R8 332
Sun 5/49:30
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops9h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 12/418:55
CPT
-
ZNZ
1 stop11h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 19/2R8 332
Wed 8/414:10
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops28h 35m
Air Tanzania
Sun 12/418:55
CPT
-
ZNZ
1 stop25h 35m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 20/2R8 557
Mon 13/44:40
ZNZ
-
CPT
1 stop26h 20m
Kenya Airways
Sun 19/414:25
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops17h 55m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R8 749
Wed 8/414:40
ZNZ
-
CPT
1 stop8h 30m
Kenya Airways
Wed 15/414:25
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops11h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 22/2R9 150

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/3

21:20-12:35

3 stops16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R7 739

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/4

9:30-17:45

2 stops9h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/4

18:55-7:50

1 stop11h 55m

R8 332

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R8 461

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 3/3

4:40-10:55

1 stop7h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

17:00-9:20

1 stop15h 20m

R8 701

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 8/4

4:40-22:10

1 stop18h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

23:30-9:20

1 stop8h 50m

R9 150

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R9 310

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 7/4

20:40-13:35

2 stops17h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 14/4

14:25-9:20

2 stops17h 55m

R9 390

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 1/5

10:10-13:00

1 stop27h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

14:25-19:50

2 stops28h 25m

R9 710

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 9/4

21:20-11:35

2 stops15h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 16/4

22:00-7:00

1 stop8h 00m

R9 871

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 30/3

4:20-13:00

1 stop9h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/4

13:50-3:30

2 stops12h 40m

R9 983

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar (average of R5 432). Flying from Zanzibar in January will prove the most costly (average of R7 563). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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 (285 flights per day), Arusha (133 flights per day) and Doha (98 flights per day).

Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R3 933
Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam
From R366
Addis Ababa Bole
Addis Ababa Bole
From R7 849

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 R366. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam
From R366
Arusha
Arusha
From R785
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From R3 933

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Zanzibar. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 22 February 2026.

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

    The most selected flight destinations from Zanzibar for the current month are Arusha, Dar Es Salaam, Dubai. While Arusha, Arusha, Dubai 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 R366 to Dar Es Salaam (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R4 649 to fly from Zanzibar.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zanzibar to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, FlySafair, Air Tanzania, and Kenya Airways have been found to have the cheapest prices from Zanzibar. Here are some options available: FlySafair flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R5 713). Air Tanzania flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R6 774). Kenya Airways flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo (R9 442).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Zanzibar?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from Zanzibar are below:
    Zanzibar Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport from R28 641
    Zanzibar Intl to Addis Ababa from R42 014

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar?

    October 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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