Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar from $164

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Ethiopian Air Logo
2:30 pm - 3:30 amJNB-ZNZ
12h 00m2 stops
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12:05 pm - 8:10 pmZNZ-JNB
9h 05m1 stop
$369Ethiopian Air
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Fri, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 12
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2:30 pm - 3:30 amJNB-ZNZ
12h 00m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:20 am - 1:05 pmZNZ-JNB
9h 45m1 stop
$378Ethiopian Air
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Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 29
Kenya Airways Logo
1:25 am - 7:50 pmJNB-ZNZ
17h 25m1 stop
Kenya Airways Logo
4:55 am - 12:25 amZNZ-JNB
20h 30m1 stop
$427Kenya Airways
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
Kenya Airways Logo
1:25 am - 4:15 amJNB-ZNZ
25h 50m2 stops
Kenya Airways Logo
8:40 pm - 12:25 amZNZ-JNB
28h 45m1 stop
$440Kenya Airways
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Thu, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 24
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10:00 pm - 7:05 amJNB-ZNZ
8h 05m1 stop
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1:50 am - 4:40 amZNZ-JNB
3h 50mnonstop
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
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2:30 pm - 7:00 amJNB-ZNZ
15h 30m2 stops
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10:00 pm - 1:05 pmZNZ-JNB
16h 05m2 stops
Fri, Sep 19 - Wed, Sep 24
Air Tanzania Logo
2:15 pm - 5:10 amJNB-ZNZ
13h 55m1 stop
Air Tanzania Logo
12:50 am - 1:15 pmZNZ-JNB
13h 25m1 stop
$472Air Tanzania
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Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
RwandAir Logo
4:50 pm - 1:10 pmJNB-ZNZ
19h 20m1 stop
RwandAir Logo
6:40 pm - 2:20 amZNZ-JNB
8h 40m1 stop
$478RwandAir
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Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
Air Tanzania Logo
2:15 pm - 5:10 amJNB-ZNZ
13h 55m1 stop
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10:00 pm - 1:15 pmZNZ-JNB
16h 15m1 stop
$510Air Tanzania
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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8
RwandAir Logo
4:50 pm - 1:10 pmJNB-ZNZ
19h 20m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 2:20 amZNZ-JNB
8h 40m1 stop
$531RwandAir
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Air Tanzania flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

Our best Air Tanzania deals on Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight tickets
Air Tanzania
Oct 1
JNB2:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m
1 stop
ZNZ5:10 amZanzibar Intl
Oct 7
ZNZ12:50 amZanzibar Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
JNB1:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Air Tanzania
Aug 27
JNB2:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m
1 stop
ZNZ5:10 amZanzibar Intl
Sep 3
ZNZ12:50 amZanzibar Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
JNB1:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Air Tanzania
Aug 27
JNB2:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
13h 55m
1 stop
ZNZ5:10 amZanzibar Intl
Sep 3
ZNZ12:50 amZanzibar Intl
13h 25m
1 stop
JNB1:15 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

Ethiopian Air flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Sep 5
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
12h 00m
2 stops
ZNZ3:30 amZanzibar Intl
Sep 12
ZNZ12:05 pmZanzibar Intl
9h 05m
1 stop
JNB8:10 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
Sep 24
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
12h 00m
2 stops
ZNZ3:30 amZanzibar Intl
Sep 29
ZNZ4:20 amZanzibar Intl
9h 45m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
Ethiopian Air
Sep 28
JNB2:30 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo
12h 00m
2 stops
ZNZ3:30 amZanzibar Intl
Oct 5
ZNZ4:20 amZanzibar Intl
9h 45m
1 stop
JNB1:05 pmJohannesburg OR Tambo

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

2:30 pm-3:30 am

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 9/12

12:05 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$369

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/24

2:30 pm-3:30 am

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 9/29

4:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$378

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

1:25 am-7:50 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 9/7

4:55 am-12:25 am

1 stop20h 30m

$427

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/18

1:25 am-4:15 am

2 stops25h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 9/24

8:40 pm-12:25 am

1 stop28h 45m

$440

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 9/4

10:00 pm-7:05 am

1 stop8h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 9/11

1:50 am-4:40 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$444

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/19

2:30 pm-7:00 am

2 stops15h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 9/24

10:00 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$452

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/1

2:15 pm-5:10 am

1 stop13h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 10/7

12:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$472

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/11

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 12/15

6:40 pm-2:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$478

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/1

2:15 pm-5:10 am

1 stop13h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 10/8

10:00 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$510

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/30

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 12/15

6:40 pm-2:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$531

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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 $367. 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 $442. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $494. 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 $362 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Zanzibar are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $495. 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 $393 on momondo.

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

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Zanzibar Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found

$164

Fastest flight time

3h 30m

Direct flights

Wed, Fri and Sun

Airports in Zanzibar

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zanzibar from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is $164. The best round-trip flight deal from Johannesburg to Zanzibar found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $369.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar takes 3h 30m
Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Zanzibar on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: FlySafair and Air Tanzania.
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 35m, 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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FlySafairPriceFrom $283Free CancellationRating
8.3
116 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom $310Free CancellationRating
7.2
835 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $367Free CancellationRating
6.9
276 reviews
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Air TanzaniaPriceFrom $428Free CancellationRating
7.8
15 reviews
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