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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg from R4 078

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Sep 4 — Sep 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 5 August 2026.

Fri 18/93:40 -
1 stop10h 45m
Sat 26/98:20 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 5/8R6 643
Wed 16/912:05 -
1 stop9h 05m
Wed 30/914:30 -
2 stops12h 00m
Deal found 1/8R6 676
Mon 14/94:20 -
1 stop10h 05m
Mon 21/98:20 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 31/7R6 709
Thu 17/912:05 -
1 stop9h 05m
Thu 24/98:20 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 3/8R6 758
Sun 27/912:05 -
1 stop9h 05m
Fri 9/108:20 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 2/8R6 775
Fri 16/1012:05 -
1 stop9h 05m
Fri 16/1022:50 -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 1/8R7 252
Sat 19/912:00 -
2 stops15h 20m
Fri 25/93:10 -
2 stops13h 40m
Deal found 5/8R7 926
Thu 17/912:00 -
2 stops15h 20m
Wed 23/93:10 -
2 stops13h 40m
Deal found 3/8R8 107
Mon 31/88:20 -
1 stop5h 55m
Mon 7/914:15 -
1 stop23h 15m
Deal found 1/8R8 140

Find 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 5 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 643

One-way from

R4 078

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R9 389
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/9-26/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 40m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 8/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R20 039 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R4 429 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 5 August 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 31/8

8:20-13:15

1 stop5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:15-14:30

1 stop23h 15m

R8 140

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 16/9

7:30-13:15

1 stop6h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:15-21:20

1 stop6h 05m

R8 238

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 16/9

18:40-13:55

1 stop20h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

3:10-17:50

3 stops13h 40m

R8 518

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 1/9

12:00-2:20

2 stops15h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 3/9

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R9 537

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 15/10

21:30-12:45

2 stops16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

17:00-7:35

2 stops13h 35m

R10 557

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 12/12

22:00-13:15

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/12

14:15-21:30

2 stops30h 15m

R11 198
Fastest return journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 28/1

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/2

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R11 560

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 1/9

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/9

12:30-3:30

4 stops38h 00m

R23 087

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 11/12

3:40-11:35

3 stops32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/12

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R25 356

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ Zanzibar Intl - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 31/8

22:30-15:50

3 stops18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

1:15-11:30

2 stops9h 15m

R25 553

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Best time to book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Johannesburg from Zanzibar with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R7 498). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 938). 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 5 August 2026.

When flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Zanzibar to Johannesburg flights typically cost between R6 890 and R9 587 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R6 643 on Ethiopian Air (Sept 18–Sept 26).

How often are flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg delayed?

About 2% of weekly flights between Zanzibar and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zanzibar to Johannesburg flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zanzibar to Johannesburg flights?

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.

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 5 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Tanzania and Kenya 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.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
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Food

7,0

Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Boarding

7,3
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,0

Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Boarding

7,3
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
317 reviews
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,0

Crew

7,6

Entertainment

6,7

Overall

7,6

Comfort

7,5

Boarding

7,3

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. 2 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 5h 55m. Air Tanzania provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R8 140. 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 R7 771, Air Tanzania will fly you from Zanzibar to Johannesburg and back. In addition to Air Tanzania, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Kenya Airways for as low as R8 990. Users have found that Air Tanzania is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zanzibar to Johannesburg one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for FlySafair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 633. Users have also found prices from R2 734 and R3 855 on Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg consider choosing FlySafair(100%), Airlink(94%) or Qatar Airways(94%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg? While on average our users pay R5 971, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 836. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R6 660.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R7 498). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 938). 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 2 airlines flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

Discover the top 2 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 5 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 771AverageR9 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 990AverageR11 679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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