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Flights to Zanzibar in 2023
Find the latest flights to Zanzibar in 2023, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 697 326 searches and data was last updated on 8 December 2023.
Average price of flights to Zanzibar by month
Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Zanzibar is currently 0 while a return flight costs 0. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Zanzibar (average of R457). Flying to Zanzibar in July will prove the most costly (average of R493). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
R9 086
February
R9 049
March
R8 821
April
R8 651
May
R8 916
June
R9 049
July
R9 333
August
R8 973
September
R8 859
October
R8 878
November
R8 689
December
R8 802
Peak season:
Zanzibar experiences year-round warm and pleasant weather, but the peak season runs from March through May. During the ‘summer’ months, Zanzibar receives most of its rains, but as it is the hottest time of the year, tourists flock here for island escapes during the peak season. The resorts in Zanzibar can be fully booked during the peak season, so to avoid the risk of overpaying for late bookings or not finding availability, make sure that you book your cheap Zanzibar getaway well in advance.
Off season:
June through October is when Zanzibar receives its coldest weather (although temperatures don’t drop below 20°C). Hence this is the archipelago’s off season with regards to tourism. You might be able to find cheap flight deals to Zanzibar during the dry, colder months, but as with the peak season, be sure to book well in advance to ensure availability.
Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. 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 Zanzibar. Reviews last updated 8 December 2023.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and FlySafair to Zanzibar have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.
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This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.
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This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.
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This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.
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This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.
Boarding
Comfort
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Overall
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Reviews
This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.
Average temperature in Zanzibar by month
Plan your trip to Zanzibar by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
ZNZ Temperature | 24 - 28 °C |
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Average rainfall in Zanzibar by month
Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Zanzibar by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Zanzibar sees an average of 112.50 precipitation per year with the most occurring in April. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.
ZNZ Rainfall | 20 - 320 mm |
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When is the best time to book a flight to Zanzibar?
Seeing that Zanzibar has year-round pleasant weather, there isn’t a wrong time to fly here. You might want to consider booking your cheap flights to Zanzibar three months in advance and have them coincide with the off season, between June and October. Booking your flight tickets to Zanzibar before the onset of the low tourism season will likely see you pay less for airfare and will also allow you to enjoy the landscapes amongst thinner tourist crowds.
Which day is cheapest to fly to Zanzibar?
At the moment, Thursday is the most economical day to take a flight to Zanzibar. Sunday is likely to be the most costly.
What time of day is cheapest to fly to Zanzibar?
To get the best value, try booking a flight in the evening when visiting Zanzibar. Generally the prices will increase for flights in the afternoon as these tend to have higher demand.
The islands of the Zanzibar archipelago have been attractive to explorers, game hunters, and spice merchants for centuries, but with a variety of luxury resorts on offer, it’s also a mecca for travelers seeking upmarket comforts. There’s a wild call of nature found in Zanzibar, and it’s not hard to understand why. With its unsurpassed natural beauty, entrancing and exotic cultural displays, and a vibe that cannot be found anywhere else on earth, Zanzibar is a destination that sells itself, and one that may very well steal your heart for good.
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. Johannesburg to Zanzibar 3 hours, 30 minutesDurban to Zanzibar 7 hours, 50 minutesCape Town to Zanzibar 7 hours, 5 minutes
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.
Which airlines operate flights to Zanzibar?
Kenya Airways, Kiwi Intl Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, and Manx Airlines are five of the most popular airlines operating cheap flights to Zanzibar. Although carriers such as Lufthansa might be able to provide you with more onboard comfort (in the form of in-flight snacks and drinks), you should keep in mind that the trip isn’t that long. Using an airline such as Kenya Airways, which might not offer comfort features such as snacks onboard the flight, might accord better with your budget. Flexibility will always be essential when searching for the bets flight deals, so go ahead and compare packages from various airlines based on a few different dates before you make the final call on which carrier to use.
What does ZNZ mean?
Zanzibar Kisauni Airport is ZNZ. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.
What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?
Zanzibar Kisauni (ZNZ), located 7,1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Zanzibar.
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