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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to South Africa from R5 185

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 14/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Jan 5 — Jan 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Zanzibar to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zanzibar to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 December 2025.

Thu 11/121:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/129:40JNB - ZNZ
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R9 540
Mon 15/1218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Thu 1/116:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop19h 20mRwandAir
Deal found 2/12R9 676
Fri 5/1212:05ZNZ - CPT
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/1213:50CPT - ZNZ
1 stop27h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12R9 760
Fri 5/1218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 40mRwandAir
Sun 7/123:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 4/12R9 879
Mon 15/127:30ZNZ - JNB
2 stops9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/117:00JNB - ZNZ
2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12R10 184
Sat 6/124:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Mon 15/1214:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/12R10 421
Thu 11/128:20ZNZ - JNB
2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1217:00JNB - ZNZ
2 stops13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12R10 947
Wed 31/129:50ZNZ - CPT
2 stops26h 50mKenya Airways
Wed 7/16:00CPT - ZNZ
2 stops19h 40mKenya Airways
Deal found 3/12R12 218
Thu 4/121:50ZNZ - CPT
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1218:55CPT - ZNZ
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R12 472
Wed 31/1214:40ZNZ - CPT
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/120:25CPT - ZNZ
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12R14 878
Sat 6/124:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1215:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops35h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/12R14 963

Find flight deals from Zanzibar to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Zanzibar to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 6 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R8 964

One-way from

R5 185

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 624

Good one-way deal

R4 481 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 18/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • Zanzibar to South Africa
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14/12
  • 14/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 14h 55m total
  • Zanzibar to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R25 354 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 147 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl to South Africa.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zanzibar to South Africa 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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zanzibar to South Africa that are best for you.

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ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R8 964

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 18/1

4:40-3:55

1 stop24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 25/1

1:35-2:40

1 stop24h 05m

R9 117

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 18/1

9:30-17:45

2 stops9h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

18:55-7:00

1 stop11h 05m

R9 574

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 18/1

20:50-13:35

2 stops17h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 25/1

14:25-2:40

2 stops11h 15m

R9 574

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 3/1

17:30-11:35

2 stops19h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R9 642

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 6/4

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/4

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R10 794

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/2

14:10-17:45

1 stop28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

18:55-21:30

1 stop25h 35m

R10 845

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/2

17:00-14:35

1 stop22h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

13:50-3:30

2 stops12h 40m

R10 930

ZanzibarCape Town

ZNZ - CPT

ZNZCPT

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 19/4

10:10-13:45

2 stops28h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 21/4

14:30-9:20

2 stops17h 50m

R11 235

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

4:40-8:00

2 stops28h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 31/3

1:15-19:50

1 stop17h 35m

R11 591

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Best time to book a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Africa from Zanzibar with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zanzibar to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa (average of R3 897). Flying from Zanzibar to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R5 473). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Zanzibar to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Zanzibar to South Africa in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Zanzibar to South Africa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Zanzibar to South Africa. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Zanzibar to South Africa flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Zanzibar to South Africa delayed?

About 4% of weekly flights between Zanzibar and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 185 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zanzibar to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 South Africa flights?

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 6 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair and Kenya Airways from Zanzibar to South Africa 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
118 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

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

Boarding

8,2

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

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
287 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

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 South Africa. 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 South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Zanzibar, you will be flying from Zanzibar Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is located 7,1 km from the centre of Zanzibar.

  • How long is the flight from Zanzibar to South Africa?

    For as low as R9 574, RwandAir can have you in South Africa from Zanzibar in 9h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3743 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zanzibar to South Africa one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is FlySafair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R2 695. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Zanzibar to South Africa for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to South Africa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zanzibar to South Africa? While on average our users pay R5 476, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 751. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R9 337.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zanzibar to South Africa that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zanzibar to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zanzibar to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zanzibar to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa (average of R3 897). Flying from Zanzibar to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R5 473). 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 South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR6 069AverageR7 496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 306AverageR8 547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 028AverageR11 595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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