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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar from R5 922

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 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZNZ
10월 8 — 10월 151
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Kisauni are usually found in May or November, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 3 10월 2024.

Round-trip from

R8 943

One-way from

R5 922

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 7/11-14/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 05m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 18/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 25m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between Cape Town and Zanzibar. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 374 searches. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Ethiopian Air flights we've detected travelling from Cape Town to Zanzibar. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
목 16/113:50CPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 20mEthiopian Air
일 2/212:05ZNZ - CPT
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/10R10 228
수 9/1014:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop21h 25mEthiopian Air
수 23/1015:15ZNZ - CPT
1 stop24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/10R11 635

Cheap Kenya Airways flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kenya Airways for the route between Cape Town and Zanzibar. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 374 searches. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Kenya Airways flights we've found from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
화 29/1014:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops11h 25mKenya Airways
화 19/1110:10ZNZ - CPT
1 stop12h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/10R11 270
수 9/106:00CPT - ZNZ
2 stops12h 50mKenya Airways
화 22/103:40ZNZ - CPT
2 stops14h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/10R11 999

Cheap Cape Town to Zanzibar flights in October & November 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to Zanzibar specifically for the months of October and November 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 374 searches. Prices were last updated on 3 10월 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
목 17/106:15CPT - ZNZ
1 stop17h 25mFlySafair
목 24/101:40ZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/10R9 099
목 17/106:15CPT - ZNZ
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
월 21/1022:20ZNZ - CPT
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10R10 002
화 5/1115:20CPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 35mEthiopian Air
수 13/1117:00ZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/10R10 280
화 29/1014:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops11h 25mKenya Airways
화 19/1110:10ZNZ - CPT
1 stop12h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/10R11 270
월 14/1013:00CPT - ZNZ
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
토 26/1023:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop19h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/10R27 593
화 8/1016:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
월 14/103:35ZNZ - CPT
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/10R28 132
금 18/1013:05CPT - ZNZ
1 stop16h 55mEmirates
화 22/1021:30ZNZ - CPT
1 stop20h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/10R125 845
화 29/1011:00CPT - ZNZ
3 stops44h 15mLufthansa
화 19/119:45ZNZ - CPT
3 stops31h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 1/10R172 609

Cape Town to Zanzibar 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and Zanzibar in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 374 searches. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
목 17/106:15CPT - ZNZ
1 stop17h 25mFlySafair
목 24/101:40ZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 2/10R9 099
일 1/1213:50CPT - ZNZ
1 stop22h 05mEthiopian Air
일 8/1219:10ZNZ - CPT
1 stop19h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/10R9 863
목 17/106:15CPT - ZNZ
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
월 21/1022:20ZNZ - CPT
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10R10 002
화 29/1014:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops11h 25mKenya Airways
화 19/1110:10ZNZ - CPT
1 stop12h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/10R11 270

Cape Town to Zanzibar flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cape Town to Zanzibar for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 374 searches. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
목 10/1015:15CPT - ZNZ
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
일 20/1021:55ZNZ - CPT
2 stops48h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10R10 506
수 9/1014:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop21h 25mEthiopian Air
수 23/1015:15ZNZ - CPT
1 stop24h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/10R11 635
수 9/106:00CPT - ZNZ
2 stops12h 50mKenya Airways
화 22/103:40ZNZ - CPT
2 stops14h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 2/10R11 999
화 8/1016:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop32h 30mTurkish Airlines
월 14/103:35ZNZ - CPT
1 stop33h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/10R28 132

One-way flights to Zanzibar from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 374 searches. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Cape Town to Zanzibar can select one of these great deals. Users needing a return flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar should utilize the search form above.
금 18/1014:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop21h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/10R5 922
화 12/117:00CPT - ZNZ
3 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10R6 442
화 29/1012:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop17h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/10R6 703
화 29/1014:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops11h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/10R6 911
토 9/115:45CPT - ZNZ
1 stop6h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 1/10R9 690
금 18/1018:20CPT - ZNZ
1 stop35h 40mEmirates
Deal found 1/10R28 652

Find flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar 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 636 374 searches. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.

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R8 943 - R11 270

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Cape Town IntlZanzibar Kisauni

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

목 7/11

1 stop8h 30m

Zanzibar Kisauni

목 14/11

1 stop7h 35m

R8 943

Cape Town IntlZanzibar Kisauni

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

목 7/11

1 stop8h 25m

Zanzibar Kisauni

월 11/11

2 stops24h 20m

R9 898

Cape Town IntlZanzibar Kisauni

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

목 16/1

1 stop20h 20m

Zanzibar Kisauni

일 2/2

1 stop26h 40m

R10 228

Cape Town IntlZanzibar Kisauni

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

화 29/10

2 stops11h 25m

Zanzibar Kisauni

화 19/11

1 stop12h 30m

R11 270

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 2/10

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 27 September 2024.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar is 59 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of R5 071). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 204). 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 CPT to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 10월 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 5% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 29 September 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches 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.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 3 10월 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Cape Town to Zanzibar have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,2
Very Good
106 reviews

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,1

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 5

It never happened because you guys processed my payment, took my money and never gave me a conformation letter for my trip. So, basically I was scammed by your company. Thank you so much for making my day as one of the worst days of my life on Wed, 5 June 2024. It's def for the books.

8,2
Very Good
106 reviews
8,2
Very Good
106 reviews

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,1

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 5

It never happened because you guys processed my payment, took my money and never gave me a conformation letter for my trip. So, basically I was scammed by your company. Thank you so much for making my day as one of the worst days of my life on Wed, 5 June 2024. It's def for the books.

8,1
Very Good
3 575 reviews
8,2
Very Good
106 reviews

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,1

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 5

It never happened because you guys processed my payment, took my money and never gave me a conformation letter for my trip. So, basically I was scammed by your company. Thank you so much for making my day as one of the worst days of my life on Wed, 5 June 2024. It's def for the books.

7,6
Good
3 951 reviews
8,2
Very Good
106 reviews

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,1

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 5

It never happened because you guys processed my payment, took my money and never gave me a conformation letter for my trip. So, basically I was scammed by your company. Thank you so much for making my day as one of the worst days of my life on Wed, 5 June 2024. It's def for the books.

7,3
Good
775 reviews
8,2
Very Good
106 reviews

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,1

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 5

It never happened because you guys processed my payment, took my money and never gave me a conformation letter for my trip. So, basically I was scammed by your company. Thank you so much for making my day as one of the worst days of my life on Wed, 5 June 2024. It's def for the books.

6,8
Okay
306 reviews
8,2
Very Good
106 reviews

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,1

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

Reviews

1 / 5

It never happened because you guys processed my payment, took my money and never gave me a conformation letter for my trip. So, basically I was scammed by your company. Thank you so much for making my day as one of the worst days of my life on Wed, 5 June 2024. It's def for the books.

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.

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

    Currently priced at R8 943, FlySafair will fly you from Cape Town to Zanzibar and back. In addition to FlySafair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R10 228 and R11 270, respectively. Users have found that FlySafair is 10% 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 R5 922 on Ethiopian Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R6 703 and Kenya Airways from R6 911 one-way.

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

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg travellers tend to visit Gold Reef City, Hyde Park Corner, and Wits Art Museum more than any other notable places. Gold Reef City, Hyde Park Corner, and Wits Art Museum are located about 25,0 km, 20,2 km, and 21,3 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers in need of a car in Johannesburg can hire one for about R809 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of R5 071). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of R9 204). 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 4 airlines flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar

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FlySafairCheapestR7 385AverageR10 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 905AverageR9 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 604AverageR10 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 149AverageR12 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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