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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar from R4 423

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZNZ
Sep 4 — Sep 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 August 2026.

Wed 23/913:50 -
2 stops12h 40m
Sun 4/1012:05 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 3/8R7 169
Thu 13/815:10 -
1 stop26h 05m
Thu 20/812:05 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 3/8R7 186
Sat 15/815:10 -
1 stop26h 05m
Fri 21/83:40 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 1/8R7 202
Sat 22/815:10 -
1 stop18h 50m
Fri 28/812:05 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 4/8R7 219
Thu 6/813:50 -
1 stop20h 10m
Tue 11/812:05 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 31/7R7 235
Thu 3/915:10 -
1 stop18h 50m
Wed 9/919:10 -
1 stop18h 50m
Deal found 3/8R7 252
Wed 26/813:50 -
2 stops12h 40m
Fri 28/812:05 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 3/8R7 268
Wed 16/913:50 -
1 stop27h 25m
Sat 19/912:05 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 4/8R7 284
Sat 3/1013:50 -
2 stops12h 40m
Sun 4/1012:05 -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 3/8R7 301
Sat 1/813:50 -
2 stops12h 40m
Fri 7/83:40 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 31/7R7 317
Wed 16/913:50 -
1 stop20h 10m
Wed 23/912:05 -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 3/8R7 334
Fri 21/815:10 -
1 stop26h 05m
Fri 4/93:40 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 4/8R7 350

Find flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 5 August 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 169

One-way from

R4 423

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R9 011

Good round-trip deal

R10 934 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 23/9-4/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 20m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
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10/9
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R10 442 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 236 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl.
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

15:10-18:15

1 stop26h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 20/9

12:05-14:10

1 stop27h 05m

R7 367

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

13:50-18:15

1 stop27h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 22/9

12:05-14:10

1 stop27h 05m

R7 367

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/9

15:10-18:15

1 stop26h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 23/9

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R7 367
Fastest return journey

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:50-3:30

2 stops12h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 27/9

4:20-14:10

1 stop10h 50m

R7 367

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 9/9

13:50-3:30

2 stops12h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 23/9

12:05-14:10

1 stop27h 05m

R7 367
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

8:15-14:30

Nonstop5h 15m

R5 410

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

6:05-7:35

2 stops24h 30m

R5 591

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 6/10

15:20-16:35

1 stop24h 15m

R6 183

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

17:25-16:20

3 stops21h 55m

R6 758

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 3/10

8:15-14:30

Nonstop5h 15m

R6 857

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar is 18 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of R8 797). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 313). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Cape Town to Zanzibar flights typically cost between R7 728 and R10 326 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R7 169 on Ethiopian Air (Sept 23–Oct 4).

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 5 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andAir Tanzania from Cape Town to Zanzibar to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 019 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
317 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
92 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports serve Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

    Cape Town International Airport is located 20 kilometres from the city centre and offers flights into Zanzibar. This airport is a hub for Mango, FlySafair, and South African Express. It offers flights to Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This airport has separate terminals for domestic and international flights as well as a central terminal that connects the two. The flight will end at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, which is five kilometres from Zanzibar City. The airport has two terminals and about 900,000 passengers pass through in a year. It offers both year-long and seasonal flights to many different destinations.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Unfortunately, at this time there are no direct, nonstop flights available to Zanzibar from Cape Town. While that may change in the future, travellers can instead choose a stopover flight to reach the destination. Many different airlines offer indirect flights between the two areas. These include Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and others. These flights can range in duration from flights that last 9h 10m to others that last 21h 25m. Passengers will find that flights with a single stop are often less expensive than flights with additional stops before reaching Zanzibar.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    A handful of flights are available that make one stop before reaching Zanzibar from Cape Town. These stops take place in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Addis Ababa Airport, and Dubai Airport in many cases. There are also several stopover flights that touch down two times before reaching Zanzibar. Some flights stop in O.R. Tambo International Airport and Addis Ababa Airport while others make stops at Victoria Falls Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    A traveller visiting Zanzibar from Cape Town has no need to bring a visa. However, you are going to need a passport and a valid form of ID.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Zanzibar flight route?

    Within the past month, 53 users have taken a look at flights from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Departing from Cape Town to Zanzibar will take you 26h 05m. There are 3743 km between Cape Town and Zanzibar.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Currently priced at R6 817, Air Tanzania will fly you from Cape Town to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Air Tanzania, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Airlink - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 130 and R8 627, respectively. Users have found that Air Tanzania is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R2 029 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FlySafair from R3 713 and Airlink from R4 270 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    On average you can expect to pay R11 458 for a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar. The cheapest flight overall is R10 630 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Zanzibar Intl) is currently priced at R5 624.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Most of the time, Cape Town to Zanzibar flights that have stopovers will stop in Addis Ababa. Cape Town to Zanzibar flights stop in Nairobi the next most. Nairobi is followed by Arusha in terms of the most popular stopover location for Cape Town to Zanzibar flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

    Cape Town to Zanzibar flights have a stopover in Victoria Falls the least frequently. Livingstone sees the next fewest stopovers on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights. Johannesburg comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar 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 Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of R8 797). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 313). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 5 August 2026.
Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl
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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar. 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 5 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 817AverageR9 007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 130AverageR9 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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AirlinkCheapestR8 627AverageR11 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 885AverageR10 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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FlySafairCheapestR9 040AverageR11 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 262AverageR12 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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