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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg from R4 393

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Oct 15 — Oct 221
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 073

One-way from

R4 393

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 098
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 14/10-16/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 30m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 23/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R22 419 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 555 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zanzibar to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/922:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9R6 962
Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/922:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R7 240
Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/922:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R7 292
Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/922:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R7 396
Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/922:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R7 709
Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/922:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R7 726
Tue 14/1022:40ZNZ - JNB
2 stops13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1020:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9R8 073
Tue 14/1022:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop16h 15mAir Tanzania
Thu 16/1014:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 13/9R8 455

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Zanzibar

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 7/12

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R9 653

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 10/12

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/12

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R9 653

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 7/12

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/12

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R10 000

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 7/12

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/12

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R10 000

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 1/2

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R10 139

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 1/2

7:30-13:15

1 stop6h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

14:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

R10 504

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 31/1

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

R11 077

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 30/11

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

R11 476

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 2/11

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

R11 476

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 5/12

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/12

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R11 667

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Best time to book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZNZ to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Zanzibar to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 15 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair, Ethiopian Air, andKenya Airways from Zanzibar to Johannesburg to help guide your decision. 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
116 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
861 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
280 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zanzibar to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    For a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Zanzibar Intl. Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is just 7,1 km from the centre of the city. Zanzibar Intl is the only Zanzibar airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 4 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Zanzibar Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    A quick flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg can take about 20h 40m. RwandAir provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 653. The distance between Zanzibar and Johannesburg is about 2501 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Currently priced at R6 218, FlySafair will fly you from Zanzibar to Johannesburg and back. In addition to FlySafair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R6 464 and R7 486, respectively. Users have found that FlySafair is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg? While on average our users pay R4 862, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R2 585. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R8 073.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zanzibar to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zanzibar to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 15 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR6 218AverageR7 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 464AverageR9 029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 486AverageR8 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 027AverageR10 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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