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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 859

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Feb 6 — Feb 131
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 7 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 783

One-way from

R3 859

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R9 451
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 5/2-12/2
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 19/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R14 583 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 909 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 7 January 2026.

Thu 5/21:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Thu 12/220:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 5/1R7 783
Fri 6/218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 40mRwandAir
Thu 12/216:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop19h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 5/1R7 799
Sat 17/19:40ZNZ - JNB
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/120:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R8 273
Sat 21/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Sat 28/29:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 7/1R8 420
Fri 20/24:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Sat 28/28:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/1R8 437
Fri 6/212:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/214:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R8 453
Sat 17/120:50ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 00mKenya Airways
Wed 21/11:35JNB - ZNZ
1 stop6h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 6/1R8 829
Wed 18/317:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/414:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1R8 944
Thu 19/29:40ZNZ - JNB
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 26/220:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1R9 107

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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 7 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Zanzibar

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/2

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R7 799

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/1

9:40-2:20

2 stops17h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 273

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 21/2

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 420

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 20/2

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

R8 437

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

R8 453

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/2

9:50-0:25

1 stop15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

1:35-13:50

1 stop11h 15m

R8 829

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

9:50-15:50

1 stop7h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

1:15-19:50

1 stop17h 35m

R8 829

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/2

14:10-12:35

3 stops23h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R9 451

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 19/3

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R3 859

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 2/7

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

R4 660

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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 R3 646). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R5 281). 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 7 January 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.

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 7 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair 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.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
125 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

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

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Food

6,5

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

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 R8 420, RwandAir 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 R5 829, 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 050 and R10 003, 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 OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 554 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tanzania from R4 081 and RwandAir from R4 781 one-way.

  • 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 R3 646). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of R5 281). 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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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 7 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR5 829AverageR7 403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 050AverageR8 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 003AverageR10 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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