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Flight information for Nairobi to Zanzibar

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Best Price Found

$159

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Zanzibar

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zanzibar from Nairobi in the past 72 hours is $159. The best round-trip flight deal from Nairobi to Zanzibar found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $280.
The fastest flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Nairobi to Zanzibar every day.
There is 1 airport near Zanzibar: Zanzibar Kisauni (ZNZ)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Nairobi to Zanzibar

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

August. The cheapest time of year to fly to Zanzibar from Nairobi is August. Most expensive is February

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Zanzibar from Nairobi?

Air Tanzania. Air Tanzania, Hahn Air Systems, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Nairobi to Zanzibar

What is the cheapest Nairobi to Zanzibar flight route?

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Zanzibar Kisauni. Fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Kisauni for the best Nairobi - Zanzibar flight prices

How far in advance should you book Nairobi to Zanzibar flights?

56 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar is approximately 56 days to departure

How many flights depart from Nairobi to Zanzibar on average per day?

The number of flights available between Nairobi and Zanzibar is 12 per day as of September 2023. The most frequent departure time is 5:00PM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Nairobi to Zanzibar on average per week?

87 flights are operational weekly from Nairobi to Zanzibar as of September 2023. The most popular departure day for this route is Sunday, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Nairobi to Zanzibar flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Nairobi to Zanzibar flight.

If you are looking to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar, you are most likely going to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport, the most popular airports on that route. If you are looking for an alternate airport to fly into near Zanzibar Kisauni Airport, Dar Es Salaam Airport is a great option and is located in Dar Es Salaam. The least expensive flight option from Nairobi to Zanzibar will typically be NBO — DAR during the month of September with an average price of $259 RT.

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) to Dar Es Salaam Airport (DAR)$259
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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport (ZNZ)$277
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar by changing tabs
Air Tanzania
Jan 30
NBO5:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Feb 5
ZNZ4:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
23h 40m
1 stop
NBO4:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Precision Air
Dec 19
NBO3:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 15m
2 stops
ZNZ10:15 amZanzibar Kisauni
Dec 20
ZNZ6:05 amZanzibar Kisauni
1h 40m
NBO7:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines
Oct 8
NBO6:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 05m
1 stop
ZNZ10:15 amZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 14
ZNZ6:10 amZanzibar Kisauni
1h 20m
NBO7:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways
Nov 25
NBO7:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 20m
ZNZ4:35 amZanzibar Kisauni
Nov 30
ZNZ10:40 pmZanzibar Kisauni
1h 20m
NBO12:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Air Tanzania
Feb 10
NBO5:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Feb 17
ZNZ4:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
9h 10m
1 stop
NBO2:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Air Tanzania
Jan 26
NBO5:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Feb 5
ZNZ4:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
23h 40m
1 stop
NBO4:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar

If you're looking for one-way flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar, view some of our deals below provided by Air Tanzania, Kenya Airways and Precision Air
Air Tanzania
Jan 22
NBO2:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
13h 50m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Precision Air
Dec 17
NBO3:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 15m
2 stops
ZNZ10:15 amZanzibar Kisauni
Multiple Airlines
Dec 23
NBO3:00 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
11h 30m
2 stops
ZNZ10:30 amZanzibar Kisauni

Search last-minute flights to Zanzibar from Nairobi

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar
Air Tanzania
Oct 6
NBO3:40 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
6h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ5:00 pmZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 9
ZNZ5:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
23h 40m
1 stop
NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Precision Air
Oct 3
NBO4:05 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
25h 55m
1 stop
ZNZ1:00 amZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 5
ZNZ7:05 amZanzibar Kisauni
1h 40m
NBO8:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines
Oct 6
NBO6:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 05m
1 stop
ZNZ10:15 amZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 12
ZNZ6:10 amZanzibar Kisauni
1h 20m
NBO7:30 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways
Oct 5
NBO8:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 20m
ZNZ4:35 amZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 10
ZNZ7:05 amZanzibar Kisauni
1h 40m
NBO8:45 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Air Tanzania
Oct 2
NBO6:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
15h 50m
1 stop
ZNZ5:00 pmZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 6
ZNZ5:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
23h 40m
1 stop
NBO5:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Precision Air
Oct 3
NBO4:05 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
21h 25m
1 stop
ZNZ8:30 pmZanzibar Kisauni
Oct 5
ZNZ7:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
20h 20m
2 stops
NBO3:50 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Best airlines flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar

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Air TanzaniaPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
9.7
3 reviews
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Precision AirPriceFrom $320Free CancellationRating
6.0
2 reviews
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Hahn Air SystemsPriceFrom $338Free CancellationRating
10.0
1 review
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SafarilinkPriceFrom $345Free CancellationRating
0.0
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom $370Free CancellationRating
7.6
49 reviews
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Air Tanzania flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar

Our best Air Tanzania deals on Nairobi to Zanzibar flight tickets
Air Tanzania
Jan 30
NBO5:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Feb 5
ZNZ4:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
23h 40m
1 stop
NBO4:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Air Tanzania
Feb 10
NBO5:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Feb 17
ZNZ4:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
9h 10m
1 stop
NBO2:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Air Tanzania
Jan 26
NBO5:10 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
23h 20m
1 stop
ZNZ12:30 amZanzibar Kisauni
Feb 5
ZNZ4:50 pmZanzibar Kisauni
23h 40m
1 stop
NBO4:30 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Kenya Airways flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar

Our best Kenya Airways deals on Nairobi to Zanzibar flight tickets
Kenya Airways
Nov 25
NBO7:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 20m
ZNZ4:35 amZanzibar Kisauni
Nov 30
ZNZ10:40 pmZanzibar Kisauni
1h 20m
NBO12:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways
Oct 25
NBO8:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 20m
ZNZ4:35 amZanzibar Kisauni
Nov 1
ZNZ11:40 pmZanzibar Kisauni
1h 20m
NBO1:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways
Nov 30
NBO7:15 pmNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
1h 20m
ZNZ4:35 amZanzibar Kisauni
Dec 7
ZNZ10:40 pmZanzibar Kisauni
1h 20m
NBO12:00 amNairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

  • How far is Nairobi to Zanzibar Kisauni by plane?

    Nairobi and Zanzibar Kisauni are 374.0 mi apart from one another. 1h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport?

    Prices for flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Nairobi to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Zanzibar Kisauni 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 Kisauni Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.


Alternative routes for Nairobi to Zanzibar

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
Nairobi to Dar Es Salaam Flights
Fastest flight time1h 30m
Cheapest price$259

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