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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 113

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Aug 2 — Aug 91
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zanzibar to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 July 2026.

Sun 5/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 12/78:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R6 593
Sun 5/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/78:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/6R6 789
Sun 26/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/88:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R6 805
Mon 20/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 9/88:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R6 822
Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 30/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 30/6R7 752
Fri 24/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/78:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/7R7 932
Mon 31/87:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
Mon 7/914:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 1/7R7 981
Sat 12/128:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
Sat 26/1214:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 28/6R7 997
Fri 14/87:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
Fri 21/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 30/6R8 470
Fri 10/78:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
Sun 12/714:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop22h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 28/6R8 503

Find flight deals from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 3 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 805

One-way from

R4 113

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R8 486

Good round-trip deal

R6 537 or less

Good one-way deal

R5 442 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/7-2/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 00m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 12/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 245 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R4 329 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo 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 3 July 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 31/8

7:30-13:15

1 stop6h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

R7 981

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 13/8

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

14:15-7:00

1 stop15h 45m

R9 123

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 24/7

7:30-13:15

1 stop6h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R9 466

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 20/7

12:00-2:00

2 stops15h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

14:15-7:00

1 stop15h 45m

R10 053

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 31/8

22:30-15:50

2 stops18h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

1:15-17:50

2 stops15h 35m

R10 135

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 26/7

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R11 326
Fastest return journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 20/7

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 9/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R16 940

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 24/7

12:05-11:35

3 stops48h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

R19 323

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 26/7

8:20-9:00

2 stops25h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

14:05-11:30

3 stops20h 25m

R27 450

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 30/8

2:55-9:40

3 stops31h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:30-3:35

3 stops37h 05m

R38 058

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R7 442). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 848). 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 OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 July 2026.

When flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 3 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair,Air Tanzania, andKenya Airways from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

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
131 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

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
306 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

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 OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo, 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 OR Tambo per day. 3 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Zanzibar Intl on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    For as low as R7 981, Air Tanzania can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Zanzibar in 6h 45m. There are 2501 km between Zanzibar and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

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

    Currently priced at R5 819, FlySafair will fly you from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 R7 721 and R8 923, respectively. Users have found that FlySafair is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 489 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R2 713 and Air Tanzania from R3 851 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider choosing FlySafair(100%), Qatar Airways(88%) or Airlink(88%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay R6 797, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R4 350. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R6 805.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zanzibar to OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R7 442). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 848). 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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Fly from Zanzibar to OR Tambo on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Zanzibar to OR Tambo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 3 July 2026.
Kenya Airways flights from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Top 3 airlines flying from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo. 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 3 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR5 819AverageR7 389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 721AverageR9 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 923AverageR11 579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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