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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar from R3 634

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Aug 5 — Aug 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in September or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 July 2026.

Mon 2/1114:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 7/1122:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 5/7R7 722
Thu 16/720:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 23/71:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/7R7 738
Sat 1/89:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 6/81:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 3/7R7 755
Tue 28/79:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 4/814:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/7R7 771
Fri 16/1014:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Air Tanzania
Fri 23/1018:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 2/7R7 787
Tue 7/717:45
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop18h 25m
RwandAir
Wed 8/718:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop19h 45m
RwandAir
Deal found 2/7R7 803
Thu 13/820:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Thu 20/81:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 5/7R7 819
Fri 23/1014:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 24/1022:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 2/7R7 852
Mon 28/914:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 4/1016:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 1/7R7 917
Wed 2/914:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Air Tanzania
Wed 9/917:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 1/7R7 933

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 6 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 722

One-way from

R3 634

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

R7 836

Good round-trip deal

R7 891 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 272 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 2/11-7/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 20/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R8 409 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 730 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 14/9

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R9 442

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 17/9

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R9 864

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/9

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 17/9

8:20-13:15

1 stop5h 55m

R10 026

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/9

22:50-3:30

2 stops27h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 1/10

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R11 259

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

14:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 1/10

22:00-13:15

1 stop16h 15m

R11 324

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/11

17:40-14:30

1 stop19h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/11

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R11 518

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/9

22:00-17:50

1 stop18h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 1/10

14:30-0:15

3 stops10h 45m

R11 599

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

8:20-3:30

2 stops18h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 12/8

12:05-3:55

1 stop16h 50m

R13 449

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/8

19:25-3:30

3 stops31h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 14/8

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R16 336

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/8

14:05-11:30

3 stops20h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 26/8

7:30-4:00

2 stops21h 30m

R20 262

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of R7 235). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 939). 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 JNB to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 6 July 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

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 6 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with FlySafair,RwandAir, andAir Tanzania from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
RwandAir
7,8
Good
42 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
24 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 008 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6,7
Okay
309 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
131 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,5

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you book a flight to Zanzibar from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to Zanzibar Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is located 7,1 km from the centre of Zanzibar. There are 0 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Airlines like Airlink, Ethiopian Air, and Air Tanzania fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in about 3h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 30m. The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Zanzibar is about 2501 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar is Airlink. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R4 037 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are FlySafair and Ethiopian Air, starting at R5 095 and R5 542 round-trip. Airlink is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for FlySafair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R2 270. Users have also found prices from R3 230 and R3 232 on Air Tanzania and Airlink, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar consider choosing FlySafair(97%), Airlink(89%) or Air Tanzania(13%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar? While on average our users pay R7 170, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 654. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), is priced around R7 657.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar flights have a stopover in Nairobi most of the time. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most. Dar Es Salaam ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar flights?

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Arusha. Arusha is followed by Kigali in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of R7 235). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 939). 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 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 6 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR4 037AverageR7 954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR5 095AverageR8 192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 542AverageR7 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 917AverageR8 106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 177AverageR7 547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 968AverageR8 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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