How long is the flight from South Africa to Zanzibar?

For as low as R11 749, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 6h 35m. There are 2734 km between South Africa and Zanzibar. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Zanzibar one-way?

R2 016 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and Airlink, with prices starting from R2 706 and R3 275, respectively.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?

The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 658. On average you can expect to pay R11 937. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R5 768.

What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Zanzibar?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Zanzibar are Airlink (100%), FlySafair (97%) and Air Tanzania (53%).

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

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Zanzibar are Ethiopian Air, Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar. It is only a 7,1 km journey from Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city centre.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R7 746). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 873). 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 ZA to ZNZ?

When flying from South Africa to Zanzibar, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from South Africa to Zanzibar delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Zanzibar flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Zanzibar flights?

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Zanzibar is 71 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair,RwandAir, andAir Tanzania from South Africa to Zanzibar to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FlySafair

8,3

Very Good

138 reviews

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1 / 8

4,0

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Kudzai,Sept 2026

JNB - HRE

Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend

FlySafair

8,3

Very Good

138 reviews

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138 reviews

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1 / 8

4,0

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Kudzai,Sept 2026

JNB - HRE

Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend

RwandAir

7,9

Good

43 reviews

FlySafair

8,3

Very Good

138 reviews

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1 / 8

4,0

Okay

Kudzai,Sept 2026

JNB - HRE

Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend

Air Tanzania

7,6

Good

24 reviews

FlySafair

8,3

Very Good

138 reviews

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1 / 8

4,0

Okay

Kudzai,Sept 2026

JNB - HRE

Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

1 045 reviews

FlySafair

8,3

Very Good

138 reviews

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1 / 8

4,0

Okay

Kudzai,Sept 2026

JNB - HRE

Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend

Kenya Airways

6,7

Okay

326 reviews

FlySafair

8,3

Very Good

138 reviews

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1 / 8

4,0

Okay

Kudzai,Sept 2026

JNB - HRE

Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from South Africa?
Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar. It is only a 7,1 km journey from Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city centre.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Zanzibar?
For as low as R11 749, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 6h 35m. There are 2734 km between South Africa and Zanzibar. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Zanzibar one-way?
R2 016 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and Airlink, with prices starting from R2 706 and R3 275, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Zanzibar?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Zanzibar are Airlink (100%), FlySafair (97%) and Air Tanzania (53%).
What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?
The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 658. On average you can expect to pay R11 937. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R5 768.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Zanzibar.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Zanzibar?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R7 746). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of R8 873). 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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Air Tanzania	CheapestR3 788	AverageR8 305	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air Tanzania flights
FlySafair	CheapestR5 280	AverageR11 016	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search FlySafair flights
Airlink	CheapestR5 301	AverageR9 965	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Airlink flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 650	AverageR9 786	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
RwandAir	CheapestR6 249	AverageR7 737	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR7 610	AverageR11 810	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR7 975	AverageR13 070	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 26 September 2026.

When flying from South Africa to Zanzibar, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from South Africa to Zanzibar delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Zanzibar flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Zanzibar flights?

Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

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