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Cheap flights from South Africa to Zanzibar from R2 858

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 17/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
jul 6 — jul 131
1 adult

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 1 julho 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 141

One-way from

R2 858

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R8 448

Good round-trip deal

R7 983 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 160 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/7-31/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 17/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • South Africa to Zanzibar
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R13 027 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R2 751 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from South Africa to Zanzibar Intl.
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 1 julho 2025.

sáb 26/714:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
qui 31/74:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/6R6 141
qui 24/720:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
ter 29/722:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7R6 283
qui 24/720:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
ter 29/714:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 30/6R6 301
qui 14/81:25JNB - ZNZ
1 stop17h 25mKenya Airways
sex 22/84:55ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 1/7R6 425
ter 1/714:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 30mAir Tanzania
ter 8/722:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop15h 55mAir Tanzania
Deal found 30/6R7 188
qui 17/715:25CPT - ZNZ
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
sex 25/712:05ZNZ - CPT
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/6R8 626
qui 25/914:30CPT - ZNZ
2 stops10h 10mKenya Airways
ter 30/910:10ZNZ - CPT
1 stop13h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 30/6R9 105
sex 18/718:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops18h 10mFlySafair
qui 24/71:50ZNZ - CPT
1 stop10h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 30/6R9 158
qua 13/810:15CPT - ZNZ
3 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
seg 25/83:40ZNZ - CPT
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6R9 495

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

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb 26/7

14:30-3:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

qui 31/7

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R6 141

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 24/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

ter 29/7

22:00-13:15

1 stop16h 15m

R6 283

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 24/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

ter 29/7

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R6 301

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 14/8

1:25-19:50

1 stop17h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

sex 22/8

4:55-0:25

1 stop20h 30m

R6 425

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

qui 17/7

15:25-18:15

1 stop25h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

sex 25/7

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R8 626

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

qui 25/9

14:30-1:40

2 stops10h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

ter 30/9

10:10-22:10

1 stop13h 00m

R9 105

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

sex 18/7

18:25-13:35

2 stops18h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

qui 24/7

1:50-11:15

1 stop10h 25m

R9 158

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

qua 13/8

10:15-4:15

3 stops17h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

seg 25/8

3:40-20:45

2 stops18h 05m

R9 495

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 17/7

20:15-0:50

Nonstop3h 35m

R2 858

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 10/7

14:15-18:45

Nonstop3h 30m

R2 999

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 29/6

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R376). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R530). 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 1 julho 2025.

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.

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 1 julho 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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.

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

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.

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

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.

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

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.

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

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.

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

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.

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

6,0

Comfort

7,7

Food

6,5

Crew

8,7

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.

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

    R2 858 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 Qatar Airways, with prices starting from R2 999 and R6 017, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from South Africa to Zanzibar is R2 493. On average you can expect to pay R11 278. The most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for R5 538.

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Zanzibar (average of R376). Flying from South Africa to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R530). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapestR3 532AverageR4 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR5 482AverageR9 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR5 862AverageR10 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR6 517AverageR11 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 455AverageR8 965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR9 618AverageR11 109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 887AverageR12 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 453AverageR19 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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