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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R2 813

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 14 September 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 391

One-way from

R2 813

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 912

Good round-trip deal

R7 766 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 350 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 25/9-28/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 45m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 26/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R18 859 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 127 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Zanzibar Intl.
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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 14 September 2025.

Fri 19/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/917:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R6 391
Fri 24/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 31/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 425
Sun 12/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 24/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 547
Sun 28/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 634
Wed 24/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Mon 29/94:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 651
Fri 12/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R6 703
Fri 26/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/917:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/9R6 773
Sun 14/98:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 20/94:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 808
Fri 10/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 17/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 894
Fri 26/98:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/94:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R6 929
Tue 16/99:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 18/91:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 13/9R6 981
Wed 17/914:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 24/917:00ZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/9R8 631

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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 14 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/9

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/10

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R6 391

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/12

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 10/12

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 336

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 1/2

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 336

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 27/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 492

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 3/1

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R8 492

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 16/11

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R8 509

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 19/10

12:05-13:05

1 stop26h 00m

R8 700

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 11/10

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 16/10

4:20-3:55

1 stop24h 35m

R8 700

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 21/12

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R9 291

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/11

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 21/11

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R9 551

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R376). Flying from South Africa 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.

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 14 September 2025.

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.

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 14 September 2025.
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
116 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
RwandAir
7,6
Good
36 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
861 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
Kenya Airways
6,9
Okay
280 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

Reviews

1 / 6
8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

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 R6 391, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 12h. There are 2501 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 flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R2 203. On average you can expect to pay R11 264. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R6 356.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R376). Flying from South Africa 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.

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AirlinkCheapestR3 456AverageR4 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR5 612AverageR9 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR6 276AverageR7 917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 347AverageR10 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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