Question 1

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar round-trip?

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Flying on Precision Air is currently your cheapest option to Zanzibar, with prices starting at R5 095. Another option worth looking into is Kenya Airways, starting at R7 125 round trip. Precision Air is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 2

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

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Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 3

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

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar (average of R376). Flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R530). 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.

Question 4

What is the cheapest day to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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

Question 5

Weekly flight availability from Nairobi to Zanzibar

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The most flights from NB0 to ZNZ are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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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.

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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).

Question 8

What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Nairobi to Zanzibar on time: KLM (64%), British Airways (64%), Royal Air Maroc (59%).

Question 9

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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Leaving on a Saturday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 65% on the overall cost on flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar.

Question 10

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 25 days in advance to save up to 15% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 25 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as R5 437, or R5 437 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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July can be a great time to fly to Zanzibar from Nairobi with a flight ticket averaging about R6 333. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of July for as cheap as R4 478. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January.

Question 12

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NBO to ZNZ?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Nairobi to Zanzibar in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Question 13

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

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Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zanzibar Intl from Nairobi; the airport handles an average of 20 inbound flights from Nairobi per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Zanzibar airport from Nairobi. It is only a 7,1 km journey from Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city centre.

Question 14

Can I find deals for flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

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How can I find direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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

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Can I find deals for business class flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nairobi 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.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

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Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Zanzibar from Nairobi by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

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Popular in	January
Cheapest in	July
Average price	R4 984

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Precision Air	CheapestR5 095	AverageR7 031	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time90%	Search Precision Air flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR7 125	AverageR7 975	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights

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