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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R2 858

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
May 27 — Jun 31
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 27 April 2026.

Tue 12/515:45
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Tue 19/58:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 23/4R6 723
Tue 28/415:45
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/59:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4R7 021
Thu 29/1020:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 7/1114:35
ZNZ
-
JNB
Nonstop3h 50m
FlySafair
Deal found 23/4R7 202
Sat 6/612:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop19h 45m
Kenya Airways
Mon 8/64:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R7 236
Wed 13/512:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 30m
Kenya Airways
Thu 14/59:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop26h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/4R7 285
Sun 21/617:00
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 20m
Kenya Airways
Tue 23/64:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop7h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/4R7 516
Tue 12/51:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop7h 05m
Kenya Airways
Wed 13/520:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop15h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/4R7 533
Thu 7/515:45
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop14h 15m
Air Tanzania
Tue 12/59:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 05m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 24/4R7 582
Thu 7/515:45
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop28h 45m
Air Tanzania
Thu 14/517:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 23/4R7 632
Wed 24/612:10
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 40m
Kenya Airways
Thu 25/614:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 25/4R7 648
Thu 2/714:25
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops17h 55m
Kenya Airways
Sat 4/74:40
ZNZ
-
CPT
1 stop9h 20m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 24/4R9 102
Sun 14/614:25
CPT
-
ZNZ
2 stops11h 15m
Kenya Airways
Fri 19/610:10
ZNZ
-
CPT
1 stop27h 50m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 23/4R9 499

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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R6 723

One-way from

R2 858

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 136

Good round-trip deal

R7 742 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 496 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 12/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 40m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 7/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R12 788 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 865 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 27 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

17:30-21:30

1 stop27h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 24/6

14:10-16:20

2 stops27h 10m

R10 126
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/10

12:50-22:20

1 stop8h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 23/10

23:05-11:45

2 stops13h 40m

R10 771

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 5/6

12:05-13:25

1 stop26h 20m

R11 580

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 15/7

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 22/7

12:05-13:25

1 stop26h 20m

R11 613

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

15:10-12:55

1 stop20h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 5/6

19:10-13:00

1 stop18h 50m

R13 050

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

12:50-16:30

2 stops26h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 21/8

23:05-11:45

2 stops13h 40m

R13 562

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

15:10-18:15

1 stop26h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 30/6

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R13 810

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 28/6

15:10-18:15

1 stop26h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 8/7

12:05-14:10

1 stop27h 05m

R13 827

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/6

15:10-11:00

1 stop18h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 3/7

3:40-13:00

1 stop10h 20m

R13 827

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/7

13:50-11:00

1 stop20h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 8/7

12:05-14:10

1 stop27h 05m

R13 827

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 59 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.

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 R6 624). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 689). 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 27 April 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 26% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 143 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 8% 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 27 April 2026.
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
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

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

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

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
7,8
Good
42 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 7
10,0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Air Tanzania
7,6
Good
23 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

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
1 003 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

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
6,7
Okay
303 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
129 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,5

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

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 R10 771, Air Tanzania can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 8h 30m. 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 airlines to fly from South Africa to Zanzibar one-way?

    R2 002 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania, with prices starting from R2 038 and R3 238, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 122. On average you can expect to pay R6 478. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R8 425.

  • 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 R6 624). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 689). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Zanzibar

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 381AverageR9 114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 257AverageR9 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 334AverageR9 559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 021AverageR10 368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 283AverageR7 606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 958AverageR8 692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 747AverageR12 408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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