Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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From Johannesburg to Zanzibar

What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg?

Zanzibar Kisauni (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kisauni from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 8 airlines have flights to the Zanzibar airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 7,1 km journey from Kisauni (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city centre.

Which airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Kisauni have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Kisauni that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Mango, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R4 200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R4 200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R4 191, but on average you can expect to pay R4 579.

Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R4 400?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar within the next 7 days for less than R4 400.

How popular is this Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight route?

This flight path from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Kisauni was viewed by 15 275 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar return?

Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Zanzibar, with prices starting at R4 191. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is generally R3 957, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R2 074. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Kisauni), you can expect to pay R4 191 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Mango are the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar.

What airports serve Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights?

There is just one airport located in Johannesburg that will serve flights out from Johannesburg to Zanzibar and that airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport. This airport is a major international airport that is located in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. The only airport that will accommodate flights from Johannesburg is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the main airport for flights to Zanzibar and is located five kilometers south of the capital of Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

The airlines available that fly directly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar include Kenya Airways, which sometimes can be partially operated by Precision Air, South African Airlines, Precision Air, and Ethiopian Airlines. Out of all the listed airlines, Kenya Airlines has a majority of flights available to fly directly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar, with the second being Precision Air, though they partially operate flights with other airlines. These flights, depending on the stopover time and dates chosen, can vary in pricing with the quickest flights and stopover times being more expensive than slower flights.

What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

The available stopover options when flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar vary on the airlines chosen but typically only one stopover is available when flying to Zanzibar. The location of the stopover can also vary upon the choice of flight and airline. Some locations for stopover include Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, which is located in Kenya, Julius Nyerere International Airport, which is located in Tanzania, and Bole International Airport, which is located in Ethiopia. The flight times can all vary for these flights from 6h 23m-12h 28m depending on the airline and length of stopover chosen.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

Currently there is no requirement for South African Passport holders to have a visa when visiting Zanzibar. What you will need in order to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is a passport that is valid for at least six months after you depart from Zanzibar.