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8:15 pm - 12:50 amJNB-ZNZ
3h 35mnonstop
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1:50 am - 4:40 amZNZ-JNB
3h 50mnonstop
$474FlySafair
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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 15
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4:50 pm - 1:10 pmJNB-ZNZ
19h 20m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 2:20 pmZNZ-JNB
20h 40m1 stop
$476RwandAir
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Thu, Jan 29 - Sun, Feb 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 3:30 amJNB-ZNZ
12h 00m2 stops
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4:20 am - 1:05 pmZNZ-JNB
9h 45m1 stop
$478Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Dec 26 - Wed, Dec 31
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 pm - 10:50 amJNB-ZNZ
10h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:40 am - 1:05 pmZNZ-JNB
10h 25m1 stop
$489Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
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11:00 pm - 5:30 pmJNB-ZNZ
17h 30m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 3:55 amZNZ-JNB
12h 55m2 stops
$511Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
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2:30 pm - 7:05 amJNB-ZNZ
15h 35m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 3:55 amZNZ-JNB
12h 55m2 stops
$513Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 18 - Thu, Dec 25
Kenya Airways Logo
1:35 am - 9:00 amJNB-ZNZ
6h 25m1 stop
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4:40 am - 12:25 amZNZ-JNB
20h 45m1 stop
$563Kenya Airways
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
Air Tanzania Logo
2:15 pm - 6:45 pmJNB-ZNZ
3h 30mnonstop
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8:20 am - 1:15 pmZNZ-JNB
5h 55m1 stop
$582Air Tanzania
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
Air Tanzania Logo
2:15 pm - 9:30 pmJNB-ZNZ
6h 15m1 stop
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7:55 am - 1:15 pmZNZ-JNB
6h 20m1 stop
$590Air Tanzania
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Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
Kenya Airways Logo
5:25 am - 4:15 amJNB-ZNZ
21h 50m2 stops
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8:50 pm - 3:50 pmZNZ-JNB
20h 00m1 stop
$593Kenya Airways
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 16

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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Ethiopian Air
Dec 26
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
12h 00m
2 stops
ZNZ3:30 amZanzibar Intl
Dec 31
ZNZ4:20 amZanzibar Intl
9h 45m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
Apr 24
JNB11:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
10h 50m
1 stop
ZNZ10:50 amZanzibar Intl
May 1
ZNZ3:40 amZanzibar Intl
10h 25m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
Feb 5
JNB11:00 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
10h 50m
1 stop
ZNZ10:50 amZanzibar Intl
Feb 11
ZNZ4:20 amZanzibar Intl
9h 45m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Qatar Airways flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Nov 17
JNB9:05 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m
3 stops
ZNZ7:30 amZanzibar Intl
Nov 24
ZNZ5:15 pmZanzibar Intl
26h 25m
2 stops
JNB6:40 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Qatar Airways
Nov 4
JNB3:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m
2 stops
ZNZ7:30 amZanzibar Intl
Nov 12
ZNZ5:15 pmZanzibar Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB3:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Qatar Airways
Nov 4
JNB3:10 amJohannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m
2 stops
ZNZ7:30 amZanzibar Intl
Nov 12
ZNZ5:15 pmZanzibar Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
JNB3:35 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/8

8:15 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 1/15

1:50 am-4:40 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$474

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 2/1

6:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$476

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/26

2:30 pm-3:30 am

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 12/31

4:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$478

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 4/24

11:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 5/1

3:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$489

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/2

11:00 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops17h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 12/9

4:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops12h 55m

$511

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/18

2:30 pm-7:05 am

2 stops15h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 12/25

4:00 pm-3:55 am

2 stops12h 55m

$513

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

1:35 am-9:00 am

1 stop6h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 12/10

4:40 am-12:25 am

1 stop20h 45m

$563

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/2

2:15 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 12/9

8:20 am-1:15 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$582

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

2:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 1/14

7:55 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$590

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/9

5:25 am-4:15 am

2 stops21h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 12/16

8:50 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$593

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg and Zanzibar?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $370. The month of April is another great option to travel to Zanzibar, with average flight prices from Johannesburg averaging around $376.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Zanzibar from Johannesburg is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $435. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $506. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

Flying to Zanzibar from Johannesburg in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $371 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Zanzibar are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $501. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Zanzibar?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zanzibar for around $418 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg for as low as $406 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl flights?

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Fastest flight time

3h 30m

Direct flights

Wed, Fri and Sun

Airports in Zanzibar

1 airport
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar takes 3h 30m
Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Zanzibar on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Zanzibar: Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)
  • How far is Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl by plane?

    Zanzibar Intl is 1566.6 mi away from Johannesburg. Flights usually cover this in 3h 30m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Zanzibar Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zanzibar Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $310Free CancellationRating
7.2
886 reviews
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FlySafairPriceFrom $322Free CancellationRating
8.3
113 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $367Free CancellationRating
6.8
286 reviews
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RwandAirPriceFrom $394Free CancellationRating
7.7
37 reviews
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Air TanzaniaPriceFrom $435Free CancellationRating
7.7
18 reviews
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