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Home Africa Tanzania Cheap flights to Zanzibar, Tanzania

Cheap Flights to Zanzibar

Popular in December High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Cheapest in May Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average price R6 067 Average for round-trip flights in January 2021
Round-trip from R5 274 From Johannesburg to Zanzibar
One-way from R3 841 One-way flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.

Cheapest prices for Zanzibar flights by month

January
R5 517
February
R5 530
March
R5 871
April
R6 576
May
R5 808
June
R6 638
July
R5 730
August
R5 747
September
R6 018
October
R5 483
November
R5 528
December
R6 406
At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar is currently October; with June being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

When is the best time to fly to Zanzibar?

Average Zanzibar Kisauni flight ticket prices and weather conditions for 2021 and 2022 by month.
JNB - ZNZ
Price
R5 483 - R7 695
ZNZ
Temperature
22 - 26 °C
ZNZ
Rainfall
24 - 261 mm
Flying to Zanzibar in October is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. If weather is an important factor for you when considering when to fly to Zanzibar, the warmest period tends to be December, with the wettest being May.

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Which day is cheapest to fly to Zanzibar?

The cheapest flights to Zanzibar are usually found when departing on a Wednesday. The departure day with the highest cost at present is Saturday.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Zanzibar?

Flights at midday are typically the cheapest time of the day to fly to Zanzibar. Flights in the morning are usually the most expensive.

How long is the flight to Zanzibar, Tanzania?

Flights to the Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar, Tanzania from South Africa range anywhere from 3h and 30m to 7h for one-stop flights, and up just over 23h for two-stop flights. The quickest flight of 3h and 30m can be taken out of Johannesburg (JNB), straight to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.

Where can you get direct flights from South Africa to Zanzibar, Tanzania?

There is one airline that offers direct flights from South Africa to Zanzibar: Johannesburg (JNB) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) via MANGO airlines.

How do you get from Zanzibar airport to the city centre?

From the Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, travelers can take public transportation, an airport shuttle, taxi or drive themselves via rental car. Cars may be rented in advance or when arriving in Zanzibar via Avis or Budget. Because the city centre is only 8 km away from the city centre, public transit or a taxi is also a fast option and will take about 5-15m, depending on traffic.

What are some things to do in Zanzibar, Tanzania?

Whether a visitor is looking to see some sights while on business or experience all of Tanzania’s gorgeous natural beauty, Zanzibar has a little something for everyone. For those who want to go shopping for a souvenir, there is Aromas of Zanzibar, The Coins Shop, Fahari Zanzibar, Darajani Bazaar, Zanzibar Curio Shop, and many more must-see, unique shops.

Some of the famous attractions include Cheetah’s Rock, Prison Island, Nakupenda Beach, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, and Jambiana Beach, just to name a few. There are also many tours to embark on while in the city, like the Stone Town City Tour, the Stone Town Walking Tour, and the Nungwi Turtles and Cruise Excursion where one can get a glimpse of gigantic tortoises.

As for food and drink, tourists love to experience local cuisine while on the Zanzibar Food and Spices Tour, which includes a traditional Swahili lunch, the Stone Town Foodie Walk and the Spice Farm Tour. And for those who are really interested in the culinary arts and tasting where they travel, the Zanzibar Spice Tour & Cooking Class is a perfect option.

And for those who want to satisfy their sense of adventure, there are outdoor activities too. Visitors can take a dip while at the Rising Sun Diving Center, Poseidon or Scubafish Zanzibar Ltd. Or for those who want to stay a little dryer, there are the Regional Tours & Safaris, Zanzibuggy, Luxury Short Safari, and Zanzibar Quad Adventure, all which offer a unique journey through the Zanzibar area.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Zanzibar, Tanzania?

Yes, travelers flying from South Africa to Tanzania do need a passport. In fact, anyone traveling from Tanzania from another country must show a valid passport with at least three blank pages for Tanzanian stamps. Passport holders also must have a passport expiration date of later than six months after their Tanzania departure date — and they must show a departure plane ticket before entering the country.

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