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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R4 085

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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Jul 27 — Aug 31
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 27 June 2026.

Sun 26/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 2/88:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/6R6 671
Thu 6/812:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 13/88:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6R6 720
Mon 6/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/78:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6R6 802
Fri 3/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/714:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6R7 198
Wed 8/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/78:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6R7 214
Thu 23/74:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop10h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 4/88:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 26/6R7 247
Sun 5/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 25/722:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/6R7 494
Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 30/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 26/6R7 807
Thu 2/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Thu 30/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/6R7 873
Tue 4/814:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Tue 11/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 25/6R8 104
Thu 2/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Tue 28/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 24/6R8 153

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 27 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 671

One-way from

R4 085

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 096

Good one-way deal

R4 527 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
  • 3/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 432 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R4 425 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
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ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 26/7

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

R6 852

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 29/7

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

R7 247

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 24/7

3:40-13:25

1 stop10h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/7

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

R7 247
Fastest return journey

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 4/8

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 104

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 9/10

18:40-13:25

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 18/10

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R8 713

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 7/10

18:40-13:25

1 stop19h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/10

17:45-13:10

1 stop18h 25m

R8 713

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 4/8

17:30-13:15

1 stop20h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R9 767

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 29/7

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

8:20-3:30

2 stops18h 10m

R15 021

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/10

4:20-13:25

1 stop10h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/10

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R15 581

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 4/8

12:05-1:00

2 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/8

2:00-3:30

3 stops48h 30m

R21 906

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Best time to book a flight from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

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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 511). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 958). 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 27 June 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 27 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Tanzania and Kenya 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.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,6

Food

7,0

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,3

Comfort

7,5
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,6

Food

7,0

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,3

Comfort

7,5
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
306 reviews
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7,6

Crew

7,6

Food

7,0

Entertainment

6,7

Boarding

7,3

Comfort

7,5

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. 2 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 R8 104, Ethiopian Air can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from Zanzibar in 3h 50m. There are 2501 km between Zanzibar and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at R7 983, Air Tanzania will fly you from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 005. Users have found that Air Tanzania is 11% 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 512 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from R2 738 and Air Tanzania from R3 954 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 Qatar Airways(100%), Airlink(100%) or FlySafair(100%), 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 592, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R4 390. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R6 704.

  • 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 511). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 958). 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

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Kenya Airways flights from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Top 2 airlines flying from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

Discover the top 2 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 27 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 983AverageR9 401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 005AverageR11 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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