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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg from R3 569

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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 22 March 2026.

Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Tue 28/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 21/3R6 628
Mon 4/514:10
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Air Tanzania
Mon 11/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 20/3R7 138
Tue 21/714:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Tue 28/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 21/3R7 240
Sat 2/51:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 10/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 35m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 19/3R7 291
Thu 11/61:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/614:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R7 767
Thu 11/61:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Sat 13/69:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 21/3R7 835
Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/714:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R8 005
Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/714:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R8 039
Sat 2/517:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/59:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3R8 226
Sun 12/721:45
ZNZ
-
JNB
3 stops15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3R8 243

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 628

One-way from

R3 569

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 818
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 23/7-28/7
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 11/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R14 395 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R4 368 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 22 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 2/5

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

14:15-7:50

1 stop16h 35m

R7 291
Fastest return journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 1/5

8:20-13:15

1 stop5h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 376

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 4/5

17:30-13:15

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 427

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 2/5

17:30-13:15

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 362

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 3/5

10:45-20:10

2 stops10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 10/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R8 498

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 4/5

21:40-13:05

2 stops16h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R8 889

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 1/5

21:20-13:05

2 stops16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R8 889

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 20/7

22:00-13:15

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R9 755

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 23/7

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 28/7

22:50-3:30

2 stops27h 40m

R13 511
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 2/4

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R5 082

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg (average of R4 606). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 713). 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 22 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 22 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
6,8
Okay
300 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,7

Boarding

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Food

6,4

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

6,8

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
6,8
Okay
300 reviews
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
300 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7,7

Boarding

6,9

Comfort

6,8

Food

6,4

Entertainment

6,3

Overall

6,8

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 13h 15m. Air Tanzania provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R7 291. 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 184, 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 292. 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 111. Users have also found prices from R2 592 and R4 223 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 R4 909, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 704. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R7 138.

  • 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 606). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 713). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 328AverageR8 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 292AverageR11 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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