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R3 347+ Cheap flights to Zanzibar

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Zanzibar in 2026

Find the latest flights to Zanzibar in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 20 January 2026.

Return from

R7 432

One-way from

R3 347

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R7 694
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 23h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 14/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (R864 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R151 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in January 2026
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Wed 4/314:30
JNB
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ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 11/317:00
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop11h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R7 432
Sat 31/18:20
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 7/24:20
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R7 481
Wed 1/414:30
JNB
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ZNZ
2 stops12h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 5/412:05
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R7 498
Fri 23/18:20
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 25/112:05
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R7 514
Sun 29/38:20
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 4/412:05
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop9h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R7 530
Fri 13/38:20
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 16/34:20
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R7 547
Sun 26/422:50
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop13h 05m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 30/417:00
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop11h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R7 563
Sat 26/123:10
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop9h 00m
RwandAir
Sun 3/118:40
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/1R7 596
Tue 23/68:20
JNB
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ZNZ
1 stop8h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 30/619:10
ZNZ
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JNB
1 stop9h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 18/1R7 629

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/3

8:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 16/3

4:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

R7 547

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

22:50-12:55

1 stop13h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 16/5

19:10-3:55

1 stop9h 45m

R7 563

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

22:50-12:55

1 stop13h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 30/4

17:00-3:55

1 stop11h 55m

R7 563

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 6/7

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R7 645

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 28/6

12:00-16:35

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 6/7

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

R7 875

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 13/3

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R7 957

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 3/5

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 10/5

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R7 957

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

3:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 8/5

18:40-2:20

1 stop8h 40m

R7 957

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 8/5

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R7 957

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/7

16:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 17/7

18:40-14:20

1 stop20h 40m

R8 006

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Best time to book a flight to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Zanzibar

When is the best time to book a flight to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights to Zanzibar is 60 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.

How long is the flight to Zanzibar?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar takes 3 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Zanzibar from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania.

Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From R5 979
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From R5 058
Air Tanzania
Air Tanzania
From R5 693
FlySafair
FlySafair
From R5 152

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar are Airlink, Ethiopian Air and FlySafair.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 mm 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.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 20 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with FlySafair, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air to Tanzania by reading reviews from past customers. 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

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Food

6,5

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,0

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.

FAQs about flying to Zanzibar

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ), located 7,1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Zanzibar if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zanzibar on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Zanzibar?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zanzibar.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar. One-way flights to Zanzibar Intl typically cost R485, while return flights cost around R820.

  • How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?

    A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around R1 350, however they can be found for as little as R820.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Zanzibar, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Zanzibar Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

    Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hs Villas is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0,0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

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