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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg from R3 436

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Apr 10 — Apr 171
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 11 March 2026.

Thu 12/31:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 19/320:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/3R6 415
Thu 16/41:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 14/520:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/3R6 480
Thu 16/41:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Sat 9/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/3R6 790
Tue 21/421:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/520:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3R6 806
Fri 13/38:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/320:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3R6 887
Thu 23/48:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3R6 904
Thu 23/41:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3R6 920
Sun 19/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Mon 27/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 6/3R6 985
Thu 16/41:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Tue 12/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 10/3R7 050
Tue 10/310:45
ZNZ
-
JNB
2 stops34h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 30/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R7 083
Thu 23/48:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/520:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3R7 115

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 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 415

One-way from

R3 436

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 490
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 23/4-30/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 30m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 18/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R13 230 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R4 013 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 11 March 2026.
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ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 19/4

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R6 985

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 21/4

21:20-13:05

2 stops16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

22:00-7:00

1 stop8h 00m

R8 874
Fastest return journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 22/4

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R9 118

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 19/4

1:00-13:05

2 stops13h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/4

14:30-7:00

2 stops15h 30m

R9 444

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 21/4

1:00-13:05

2 stops13h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

17:00-19:20

2 stops25h 20m

R9 900

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 23/4

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

22:50-3:30

2 stops27h 40m

R13 693

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 22/4

17:00-16:20

3 stops48h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R15 159

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 19/4

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

5:30-18:15

2 stops35h 45m

R15 794

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 21/4

17:00-16:20

3 stops24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/4

22:50-3:30

2 stops27h 40m

R16 624

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 25/5

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R20 076

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R4 413). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 432). 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 11 March 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 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 128 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 Saturday 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 11 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
296 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,7

Entertainment

6,3

Food

6,4

Boarding

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,7

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

Entertainment

6,3

Food

6,4

Boarding

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Overall

6,7

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.

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 8h 40m. Air Tanzania provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R9 118. The distance between Zanzibar and Johannesburg is about 2501 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at R6 883, 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 R9 993. Users have found that Air Tanzania is 16% 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 Ethiopian Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 023. Users have also found prices from R2 483 and R4 051 on FlySafair and Air Tanzania, respectively.

  • 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 130, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 819. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R6 790.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R4 413). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 432). 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 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 883AverageR8 152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 993AverageR11 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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