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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R3 304

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 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Nov 14 — Nov 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 15 October 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 590

One-way from

R3 356

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 781

Good round-trip deal

R8 392 or less

Good one-way deal

R4 366 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 5/2-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 00m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 13/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (R21 340 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R3 471 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip 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 15 October 2025.

Sun 19/108:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/10R6 503
Thu 16/1020:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 23/101:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 13/10R6 764
Wed 15/1022:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10R6 816
Fri 17/108:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10R6 990
Fri 17/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10R7 007
Thu 20/1120:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 27/111:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 14/10R7 076
Wed 15/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10R7 303
Thu 6/1120:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Thu 13/111:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 14/10R7 320
Mon 27/1023:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Sun 2/114:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/10R7 337
Fri 31/108:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 7/1112:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 14/10R7 355
Wed 15/1022:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 23/101:50ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10R7 511
Thu 23/1015:25CPT - ZNZ
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/104:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10R8 259

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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 15 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Zanzibar

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/1

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 21/1

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R7 511

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/11

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 12/11

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R8 172

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/2

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R8 172

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 15/2

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R8 172

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/2

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 4/3

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R8 172

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 29/1

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 1/2

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R8 294

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 20/4

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R8 398

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 12/3

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R8 520

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/11

23:00-10:50

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 3/12

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R8 520

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

23:00-12:55

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/2

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R8 520

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 R1 878). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 755). 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 15 October 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. Wednesday 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 15 October 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
8,3
Very Good
113 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

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
8,3
Very Good
113 reviews
FlySafair
8,3
Very Good
113 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

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
8,3
Very Good
113 reviews
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Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

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
873 reviews
FlySafair
8,3
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

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
6,8
Okay
282 reviews
FlySafair
8,3
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,3

Boarding

8,3

Food

6,4

Entertainment

5,9

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 R7 511, RwandAir can have you in Zanzibar from South Africa in 9h. 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 756. On average you can expect to pay R12 865. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R6 329.

  • 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 R1 878). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R5 755). 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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