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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R2 886

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Feb 23 — Mar 21
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 January 2026.

Sat 24/18:20
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 28/14:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R7 192
Fri 20/214:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 27/212:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R7 224
Fri 6/214:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 13/212:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R7 240
Fri 23/114:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 28/14:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R7 256
Sun 15/214:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 20/24:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 21/1R7 272
Wed 18/214:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 21/24:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 23/1R7 288
Fri 23/18:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 30/112:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R7 304
Sun 25/114:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/24:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 24/1R7 321
Fri 30/18:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/212:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R7 353
Fri 13/323:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop10h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/34:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R7 417
Thu 5/213:50
CPT
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ZNZ
1 stop27h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 8/212:05
ZNZ
-
CPT
1 stop26h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R8 788
Sun 8/313:50
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 15/34:20
ZNZ
-
CPT
1 stop9h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 22/1R8 804

Find flight deals from South Africa to Zanzibar

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Zanzibar flight deals. Data was last updated 24 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 224

One-way from

R2 886

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 562

Good round-trip deal

R7 511 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 433 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 20/2-27/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 29/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R13 702 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 390 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Zanzibar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 24 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 20/2

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 272

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 27/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R7 417

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 25/2

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 417

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 16/3

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 417

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/3

13:50-3:30

2 stops12h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 15/3

4:20-13:00

1 stop9h 40m

R8 804

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

13:50-12:55

1 stop22h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 27/5

17:00-13:00

1 stop21h 00m

R8 820

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 12/3

15:25-10:50

1 stop18h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 22/3

4:20-13:00

1 stop9h 40m

R8 836

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/3

14:35-3:30

2 stops11h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 26/3

4:20-14:35

1 stop11h 15m

R8 852

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/4

13:50-18:15

1 stop27h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 18/4

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R9 175

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/7

15:25-11:00

1 stop18h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 12/7

12:05-14:35

1 stop27h 30m

R9 433

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Zanzibar

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R3 402). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 176). 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?

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 24 January 2026.

When flying from South Africa to Zanzibar, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from South Africa to Zanzibar delayed?

About 19% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 3% of flights being delayed.

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 24 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air 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
8,2
Very Good
125 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
125 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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
948 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
125 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

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

Comfort

7,7

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

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 South Africa 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 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 R7 272, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 8h 55m. There are 2501 km between South Africa and Zanzibar.

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

    R1 965 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Airlink and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R3 181 and R3 256, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R2 840. On average you can expect to pay R6 151. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R6 901.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R3 402). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 176). 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 8 airlines flying from South Africa to Zanzibar

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 24 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 212AverageR8 047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR4 971AverageR8 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 064AverageR9 064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR5 596AverageR8 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 876AverageR9 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 122AverageR7 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 124AverageR11 529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 110AverageR12 182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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