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Cheap flights from South Africa to Tanzania from R3 178

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 24/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Mar 1 — Mar 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Tanzania
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Tanzania. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2026.

Tue 24/23:10
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop9h 00m
RwandAir
Wed 4/318:40
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop20h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 28/1R6 939
Sat 31/114:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 1/23:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R6 954
Mon 9/23:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop9h 00m
RwandAir
Tue 24/217:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 28/1R6 954
Sun 1/214:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 3/23:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R7 002
Sun 1/214:30
JNB
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ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/212:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/1R7 002
Thu 23/43:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop9h 00m
RwandAir
Wed 29/418:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop8h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 28/1R7 017
Fri 13/214:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/23:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R7 033
Sat 14/314:30
JNB
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ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 21/312:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/1R7 033
Thu 29/114:30
JNB
-
DAR
1 stop11h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 4/23:55
DAR
-
JNB
1 stop10h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R7 049
Fri 13/216:50
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop19h 20m
RwandAir
Mon 16/218:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 29/1R7 049
Sun 15/314:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/34:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 29/1R7 065
Fri 30/18:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/212:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 28/1R7 096

Find flight deals from South Africa to Tanzania

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Tanzania flight deals. Data was last updated 30 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 766

One-way from

R3 178

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 379

Good round-trip deal

R6 932 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 082 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/2-18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 40m total
  • South Africa to Tanzania
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 24/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Tanzania
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R12 860 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 229 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Tanzania 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 30 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Tanzania that are best for you.

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 25/2

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 238

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 16/3

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 238

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 23/5

22:50-11:00

1 stop11h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 28/5

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 253

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

22:50-12:55

1 stop13h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 16/5

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R7 269

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 14/5

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 21/5

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 285

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 3/4

5:10-7:55

Nonstop3h 45m

R7 332

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-3:00

1 stop11h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 19/2

3:55-13:05

1 stop10h 10m

R7 364

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

22:00-2:30

Nonstop3h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 4/3

7:40-11:35

1 stop4h 55m

R7 379

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

14:15-18:40

Nonstop3h 25m

Dar Es Salaam

Sun 22/3

10:45-13:15

Nonstop3h 30m

R7 411

JohannesburgDar Es Salaam

JNB - DAR

JNBDAR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/2

1:35-20:05

1 stop17h 30m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 17/2

22:15-10:55

1 stop13h 40m

R7 442

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania (average of R3 320). Flying from South Africa to Tanzania in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 051). 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 ZA to TZ?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Tanzania. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Tanzania in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Tanzania. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2026.

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

How often are flights from South Africa to Tanzania delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between South Africa and Tanzania have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 112 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Tanzania flights?

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tanzania

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tanzania. 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 Tanzania. Reviews last updated 30 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air from South Africa to Tanzania 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
124 reviews
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Comfort

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

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
124 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
124 reviews
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Comfort

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

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.
RwandAir
7,7
Good
40 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
124 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
124 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

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
294 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
124 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,8

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

6,5

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 South Africa to Tanzania. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to Tanzania can take about 3h 25m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R7 411. Airlines will cover a distance of 2435 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    R1 856 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and RwandAir, with prices starting from R1 915 and R2 288, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania (average of R3 320). Flying from South Africa to Tanzania in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 051). 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 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Tanzania

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Tanzania. 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 30 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 156AverageR7 924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR4 576AverageR6 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 853AverageR8 177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR4 940AverageR8 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR4 954AverageR8 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR5 097AverageR7 642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR5 460AverageR8 375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR8 903AverageR11 250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 865AverageR11 887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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