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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R3 357

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
May 17 — May 241
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 17 April 2026.

Fri 15/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 17/514:10
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop24h 05m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4R6 977
Fri 8/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Thu 14/51:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4R7 173
Mon 12/1014:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Sun 18/1016:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop21h 35m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4R7 190
Sat 19/1214:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Wed 23/1217:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4R7 255
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/51:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4R7 272
Fri 13/1114:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Wed 18/118:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4R7 288
Sat 8/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Wed 12/87:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4R7 304
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Sat 9/517:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4R7 337
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Mon 4/51:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4R7 370
Sat 29/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Fri 4/922:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4R7 419
Sun 26/417:30
CPT
-
ZNZ
1 stop27h 00m
Air Tanzania
Sat 2/51:00
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops16h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4R8 598
Sun 24/517:30
CPT
-
ZNZ
1 stop27h 00m
Air Tanzania
Wed 27/51:00
ZNZ
-
CPT
2 stops16h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4R8 631

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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R7 173

One-way from

R3 357

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R6 993

Good round-trip deal

R7 385 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 385 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 8/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 30m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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1/5
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (R12 990 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R1 881 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 17 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 24/5

17:30-21:30

1 stop27h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 27/5

1:00-16:20

2 stops16h 20m

R8 631

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:15-13:40

2 stops22h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 17/5

14:10-13:15

1 stop24h 05m

R9 270
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 14/9

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R9 499

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

17:30-7:00

1 stop12h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 30/5

1:00-16:20

2 stops16h 20m

R9 565

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

14:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 21/5

1:00-13:15

1 stop13h 15m

R9 565

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 20/5

14:25-2:40

2 stops11h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 27/5

10:10-22:10

1 stop13h 00m

R9 728

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 16/5

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R10 187

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 20/5

1:15-11:30

2 stops9h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 22/5

10:10-10:55

1 stop25h 45m

R10 302

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/9

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 5/10

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

R10 482

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

12:20-13:50

2 stops48h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 31/5

10:10-11:40

2 stops26h 30m

R11 776

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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 R6 567). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 615). 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 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 17 April 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
127 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

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

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

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
127 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

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
127 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

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
302 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,5

Entertainment

5,9

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,4

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 R9 499, Air Tanzania 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?

    R1 985 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 021 and R3 208, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R2 884. On average you can expect to pay R6 063. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R7 288.

  • 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 567). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R8 615). 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 17 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 352AverageR9 001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR5 159AverageR9 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 196AverageR9 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR5 969AverageR10 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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RwandAirCheapestR6 228AverageR7 537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR6 776AverageR8 625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 267AverageR12 242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 268AverageR12 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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