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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R3 305

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 24/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Feb 5 — Feb 121
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 6 January 2026.

Fri 1/523:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 8/519:10ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/1R7 465
Tue 20/123:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 24/119:10ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/1R7 498
Fri 30/18:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 7/24:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/1R7 515
Sat 14/23:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Sun 22/218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/1R7 531
Tue 31/33:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Wed 8/418:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/1R7 548
Sun 11/13:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Mon 19/118:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/1R7 564
Fri 27/323:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Wed 1/417:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/1R7 597
Sun 1/216:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop19h 20mRwandAir
Sun 8/218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 4/1R7 630
Thu 15/116:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop19h 20mRwandAir
Sun 18/118:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 3/1R7 646
Thu 15/18:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 22/117:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/1R7 663
Sat 10/13:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Sun 18/118:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 5/1R7 679
Sat 31/19:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Sat 7/214:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 4/1R7 712

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 6 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 465

One-way from

R3 305

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 696

Good round-trip deal

R8 015 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 960 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/5-8/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 45m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 24/1
  • 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 376 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 512 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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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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 6 January 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

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Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

23:00-11:00

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 7/4

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R7 827

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 13/6

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R8 123

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 30/4

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R8 123

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 28/3

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R8 172

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 288

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

23:00-11:00

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 16/6

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R8 288

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 27/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 288

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 21/2

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 27/2

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R8 288

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 2/3

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R8 304

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 9/2

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 304

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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 470). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 278). 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 6 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 6 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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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

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

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

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

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

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

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

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

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

6,0

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

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 R8 172, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 3h 35m. 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 007 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 337 and R3 863, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R3 181. On average you can expect to pay R7 636. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R7 284.

  • 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 470). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in November is currently the most expensive (average of R5 278). 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 6 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 276AverageR8 260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 068AverageR8 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 269AverageR9 232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 994AverageR9 927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 238AverageR7 453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 873AverageR8 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 305AverageR11 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 310AverageR12 281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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