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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R3 686

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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
12月 17 — 12月 241
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 17 11月 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 799

One-way from

R3 686

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 390

Good round-trip deal

R9 228 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 799 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/12-28/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 22/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (R19 527 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 222 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Zanzibar Intl.
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Price to beat on a one-way 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 17 11月 2025.

週五 26/1214:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
週日 28/124:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R7 799
週四 4/1223:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
週三 10/1217:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R7 885
週四 4/1223:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
週三 10/124:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/11R7 902
週二 25/1123:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
週日 30/1112:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R7 953
週四 18/128:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
週三 24/124:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R8 004
週四 27/1123:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
週二 2/1217:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R8 158
週六 27/128:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
週二 30/1217:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R8 345
週二 18/1123:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
週一 24/1117:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R8 363
週六 22/119:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
週四 27/111:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 15/11R8 533
週日 23/1115:25CPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 30mEthiopian Air
週日 30/1112:05ZNZ - CPT
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/11R9 523
週三 19/1114:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop21h 20mEthiopian Air
週三 26/1117:00ZNZ - CPT
1 stop22h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R9 540
週四 20/1113:50CPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
週五 28/1112:05ZNZ - CPT
1 stop27h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/11R9 660

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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 17 11月 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

Fly to

Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 29/1

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

週日 1/2

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 141

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 20/2

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

週五 27/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 363

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週五 3/4

14:30-2:30

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

週二 14/4

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R8 499

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週三 1/4

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

週三 15/4

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R8 499

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週六 2/5

14:30-2:30

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

週六 9/5

3:40-13:05

1 stop10h 25m

R8 499

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週一 27/4

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

週四 14/5

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R8 499

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 30/4

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

週四 14/5

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R8 738

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

週日 26/4

13:50-2:30

1 stop11h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

週六 2/5

3:40-13:00

1 stop10h 20m

R9 557

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 4/12

23:00-3:30

2 stops27h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

週三 10/12

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R9 881

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

週四 29/1

14:30-10:50

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

週六 31/1

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R10 052

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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 755). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 922). 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 17 11月 2025.

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 morning, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 17 11月 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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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

8,2

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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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

8,2

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
7,7
Good
37 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
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Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

8,2

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
894 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

8,2

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
287 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

5,9

Crew

8,6

Food

6,4

Comfort

7,6

Overall

8,2

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 R8 363, RwandAir 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 388. On average you can expect to pay R7 417. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R7 492.

  • 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 755). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 922). 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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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 226AverageR10 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 473AverageR7 728FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 216AverageR8 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestR15 821AverageR18 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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