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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R3 282

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 31/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Feb 13 — Feb 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 499

One-way from

R3 282

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 696

Good round-trip deal

R7 741 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 530 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/2-6/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R14 305 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 482 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 January 2026.

Thu 15/116:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop19h 20m
RwandAir
Fri 23/118:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 13/1R7 483
Sun 1/214:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/24:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R7 499
Thu 5/316:50
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop19h 20m
RwandAir
Fri 13/318:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop8h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/1R7 516
Fri 23/18:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 30/112:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1R7 532
Sun 26/48:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/417:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop11h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 14/1R7 549
Sat 31/13:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop9h 00m
RwandAir
Sun 8/218:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop8h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 12/1R7 565
Fri 19/614:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop11h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 26/612:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1R7 581
Tue 20/19:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 27/114:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 13/1R7 598
Fri 13/28:20
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 18/24:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R7 614
Wed 26/814:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 31/812:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1R7 631
Sat 31/114:30
JNB
-
ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Fri 6/24:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1R7 647
Thu 19/220:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 28/214:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 12/1R7 663

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

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Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 30/4

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R7 549

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/2

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 13/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R7 647

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

R8 074

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 3/7

14:30-2:30

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 12/7

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 090

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 13/6

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 090

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/7

22:50-11:00

1 stop11h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 12/7

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 106

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 13/3

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 238

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/2

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 1/3

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 254

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 15/3

13:50-3:30

2 stops12h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 21/3

12:05-14:35

1 stop27h 30m

R8 911

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

15:25-12:55

1 stop20h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 27/5

17:00-14:35

1 stop22h 35m

R8 911

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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 462). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 268). 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 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 17% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 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 14 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
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Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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
125 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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
6,8
Okay
290 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
125 reviews
Check prices

Food

6,5

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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 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 549, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 12h. There are 2501 km between South Africa and Zanzibar.

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

    R2 001 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Tanzania and RwandAir, with prices starting from R3 327 and R4 314, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 215. On average you can expect to pay R7 308. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R7 007.

  • 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 462). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 268). 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 14 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 269AverageR8 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 059AverageR8 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 239AverageR9 214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 981AverageR9 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 228AverageR7 452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 862AverageR8 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 286AverageR11 733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 289AverageR12 326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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