Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar is currently May ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

The best time to book flights to Zanzibar is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Question 2

What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?

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Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ), located 7,1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Zanzibar.

Question 3

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

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At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar is currently May; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Question 4

Can I find cheaper flights to Zanzibar if I am willing to have stopovers?

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Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zanzibar on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 5

What is the best airline to fly to Zanzibar?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zanzibar.

Question 6

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar?

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Zanzibar Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar. One-way flights to Zanzibar Intl typically cost R665, while return flights cost around R1 281.

Question 7

How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?

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A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around R95, however they can be found for as little as R68.

Question 8

Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to Zanzibar, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 35 minutes).

Question 9

Does Zanzibar Intl have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 10

Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

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Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Salaam Letting (4 Bedroom, Zanzibar Hous is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0,0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

Question 11

When is the cheapest time to fly to Zanzibar?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Zanzibar should consider flying on Thursday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Question 12

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

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The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and FlySafair.

Question 13

How long is the flight to Zanzibar?

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On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar takes 3 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Zanzibar from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 14

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar are Airlink, Ethiopian Air and FlySafair.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 mm per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Question 17

How does Cheapflights help users find flights to Zanzibar?

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Deals for Zanzibar flights are sourced from 900+ travel sites when you use Cheapflights. When all flight results come back, Cheapflights lets you sort and filter flights using different criteria to choose to your preference, such as price, airport, cabin class, and plenty of other options.

Question 18

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to Zanzibar?

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Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights to Zanzibar by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and we put them in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Question 19

Can Cheapflights find flights to Zanzibar with no change fees?

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Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights to Zanzibar flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Question 20

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to Zanzibar become cheaper?

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Of course! You can track prices for flights to Zanzibar and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals to set up your price alerts.

Return from	R6 750
One-way from	R3 346
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R9 321

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?

Can I find cheaper flights to Zanzibar if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Zanzibar?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar?

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Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

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