How long is the flight from South Africa to Zanzibar?

For as low as R7 284, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 12h 40m. There are 3743 km between South Africa and Zanzibar.

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

R1 975 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and Airlink, with prices starting from R2 320 and R3 208, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?

The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 320. On average you can expect to pay R6 861. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R5 667.

What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Zanzibar?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Zanzibar are Airlink (100%), FlySafair (100%) and Air Tanzania (29%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Zanzibar?

The most popular airlines flying from South Africa to Zanzibar are Ethiopian Air, Air Tanzania and Kenya Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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.

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.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R7 684). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 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?

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from South Africa to Zanzibar delayed?

About 32% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 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 Sunday 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 10% of flights being delayed.

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 47 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

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

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Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

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Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

RwandAir

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Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Air Tanzania

7,6

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24 reviews

FlySafair

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132 reviews

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1 / 7

10,0

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Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

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FlySafair

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1 / 7

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Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Kenya Airways

6,7

Okay

326 reviews

FlySafair

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132 reviews

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1 / 7

10,0

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Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Related info for your journey

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 284, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 12h 40m. There are 3743 km between South Africa and Zanzibar.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Zanzibar one-way?
R1 975 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ethiopian Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and Airlink, with prices starting from R2 320 and R3 208, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Zanzibar?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from South Africa to Zanzibar are Airlink (100%), FlySafair (100%) and Air Tanzania (29%).
What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Zanzibar?
The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 320. On average you can expect to pay R6 861. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R5 667.
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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R7 684). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 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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Airlink	CheapestR4 736	AverageR9 585	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Airlink flights
FlySafair	CheapestR5 194	AverageR10 638	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search FlySafair flights
Ethiopian Air	CheapestR5 632	AverageR9 622	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
RwandAir	CheapestR6 171	AverageR7 516	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search RwandAir flights
Air Tanzania	CheapestR6 488	AverageR8 566	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air Tanzania flights
Kenya Airways	CheapestR7 059	AverageR11 505	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Kenya Airways flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 904	AverageR12 803	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from South Africa to Zanzibar delayed?

About 32% of weekly flights between South Africa and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 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 Sunday 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 10% of flights being delayed.

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 47 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

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.

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