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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar from R2 980

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Apr 9 — Apr 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
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 10 March 2026.

Fri 24/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Thu 30/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 10/3R6 892
Wed 10/614:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 18/612:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3R6 909
Mon 2/1122:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/1112:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R6 926
Wed 6/514:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/519:10
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R6 942
Mon 11/522:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 15/53:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop10h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R6 959
Sun 29/314:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 35m
Air Tanzania
Sat 11/41:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 8/3R6 976
Sun 28/622:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop11h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 8/712:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R6 992
Sun 19/414:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/41:50
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3R7 009
Sun 26/414:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/417:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop11h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R7 026
Wed 16/914:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 30/912:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3R7 042

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 909

One-way from

R2 980

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 992

Good round-trip deal

R7 846 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 476 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 10/6-18/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 2/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R14 602 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 129 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 30/4

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 059

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 21/8

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R7 875

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 29/8

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 391

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 3/9

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R8 590

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 3/9

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R8 590

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/4

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 8/4

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R8 857

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 27/8

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R9 273

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

17:30-3:30

3 stops33h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 27/4

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R9 989
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 27/8

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R10 355

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/6

12:30-3:30

3 stops38h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 30/6

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R13 901

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 60 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of R3 779). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 226). 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 10 March 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar as you normally would.

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 10 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with FlySafair,RwandAir, andEthiopian Air 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
128 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,7

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
128 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,7

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
970 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,7

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
296 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
128 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,5

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Comfort

7,7

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 8 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Ethiopian Air fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in about 12h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Zanzibar is about 2501 km.

  • 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 R3 387 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Ethiopian Air and FlySafair, starting at R5 170 and R5 241 round-trip. Airlink is currently priced 51% 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 023. Users have also found prices from R3 285 and R3 296 on Airlink and Air Tanzania, respectively.

  • 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 R6 040, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 015. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), is priced around R3 729.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of R3 779). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in January is currently the most expensive (average of R6 226). 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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Fly from OR Tambo to Zanzibar on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 10 March 2026.
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Top 8 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Discover the top 8 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 384AverageR7 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 148AverageR6 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 264AverageR7 951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 067AverageR6 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 325AverageR7 596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 907AverageR8 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 421AverageR11 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 529AverageR13 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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