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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg from R3 617

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 16/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
abr. 5 — abr. 121
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 6 marzo 2026.

jue. 12/31:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
jue. 19/320:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 2/3R6 871
jue. 16/41:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
vie. 24/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3R7 037
jue. 16/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
vie. 24/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 3/3R7 070
dom. 19/47:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
dom. 26/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 5/3R7 169
sáb. 7/31:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
dom. 15/314:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 35m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 1/3R7 218
sáb. 7/317:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
lun. 27/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 5/3R7 251
dom. 8/316:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Air Tanzania
vie. 24/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 5/3R7 284
jue. 16/48:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
jue. 23/420:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/3R7 317
mar. 10/38:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
vie. 24/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 6/3R7 350

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 6 marzo 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 037

One-way from

R3 617

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 086
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 16/4-24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 05m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 16/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R12 482 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 036 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 6 marzo 2026.
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ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

dom. 19/4

7:30-13:15

1 stop6h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 26/4

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 169

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

lun. 20/4

10:45-20:10

2 stops10h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 27/4

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 449

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

jue. 16/4

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 24/4

14:15-7:00

1 stop15h 45m

R7 516

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

dom. 19/4

21:20-13:05

2 stops16h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 26/4

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 895

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

mié. 18/3

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 1/4

22:50-15:00

2 stops15h 10m

R11 034

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

dom. 12/4

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 22/4

5:30-3:30

3 stops21h 00m

R12 636

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

dom. 12/4

19:10-0:05

2 stops53h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 25/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R13 511

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

jue. 9/4

4:20-16:20

3 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 26/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R13 561

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

dom. 19/4

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom. 26/4

5:30-3:30

3 stops21h 00m

R13 825

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

vie. 17/4

12:05-16:20

3 stops53h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 24/4

5:30-3:30

3 stops45h 00m

R16 055

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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 476). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 524). 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 6 marzo 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?

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 6 marzo 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair 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.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
127 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
295 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

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. 3 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 6h 45m. Air Tanzania provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R7 169. 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 R5 889, 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 Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R6 982 and R10 137, respectively. Users have found that FlySafair is 30% 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 052. Users have also found prices from R2 519 and R4 143 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 679, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 874. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R7 152.

  • 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 476). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 524). 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 3 airlines flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR5 889AverageR7 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 982AverageR8 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 137AverageR11 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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