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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to South Africa from R5 045

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Jan 15 — Jan 221
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 16 December 2025.

Mon 22/1218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 40mRwandAir
Tue 13/13:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 15/12R7 668
Mon 22/1217:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 14/114:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R10 006
Tue 16/1221:35ZNZ - JNB
1 stop19h 15mKenya Airways
Mon 22/121:35JNB - ZNZ
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R10 695
Wed 24/124:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop11h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/1213:50CPT - ZNZ
2 stops12h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R11 839
Sun 21/124:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 45mKenya Airways
Wed 14/19:25JNB - ZNZ
3 stops16h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 15/12R12 343
Wed 17/124:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/1213:50CPT - ZNZ
2 stops12h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R12 343
Thu 18/128:20ZNZ - CPT
2 stops10h 25mAir Tanzania
Thu 25/1218:55CPT - ZNZ
1 stop25h 35mAir Tanzania
Deal found 15/12R13 352
Wed 17/124:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/1214:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R13 554
Wed 17/124:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/1215:25CPT - ZNZ
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R13 874
Fri 19/1219:10ZNZ - CPT
1 stop18h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/1214:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R14 109
Wed 17/1217:00ZNZ - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/1213:50CPT - ZNZ
2 stops12h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/12R14 345
Wed 17/1217:00ZNZ - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/1214:35CPT - ZNZ
2 stops11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/12R14 395

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 16 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 130

One-way from

R5 045

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 822

Good one-way deal

R5 260 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 22/1-24/1
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Zanzibar to South Africa
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16/1
  • 16/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 15h 35m total
  • Zanzibar to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R20 591 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R4 870 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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ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/1

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R7 719

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/1

22:00-12:35

3 stops15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 190

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 14/1

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

R8 358

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 14/1

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

R8 358

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/1

22:00-12:35

3 stops15h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 492

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 18/1

21:45-11:35

2 stops14h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 728

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 896

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 15/1

1:50-4:40

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 930

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/1

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R8 946

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 28/1

4:40-3:55

1 stop24h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

1:35-13:50

1 stop11h 15m

R9 047

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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 784). Flying from Zanzibar to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R5 432). 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 16 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 16 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
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Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

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

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

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

Comfort

7,7

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Food

6,4

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 R10 359, RwandAir can have you in South Africa from Zanzibar in 11h 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 627. 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 435, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R4 358. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R7 786.

  • 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 784). Flying from Zanzibar to South Africa in August is currently the most expensive (average of R5 432). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Zanzibar to South Africa. 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 16 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR5 996AverageR7 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 251AverageR8 477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 288AverageR11 818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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