£229+ 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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Flights to Zanzibar in 2025

Find the latest flights to Zanzibar in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Return from

£602

One-way from

£229

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£872
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/10-20/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 50m total
  • London to Zanzibar
15/9
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • London to Zanzibar
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£115 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Thu 9/1021:00LHR - ZNZ
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1004:20ZNZ - LHR
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£602
Sun 28/910:10LGW - ZNZ
2 stops15h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1012:05ZNZ - LGW
1 stop20h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£602
Sun 12/1021:25LHR - ZNZ
1 stop32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1001:10ZNZ - LHR
2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£604
Mon 29/911:25LGW - ZNZ
1 stop14h 50mKenya Airways
Wed 8/1004:55ZNZ - LGW
1 stop28h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/8£604
Sun 28/916:00LHR - ZNZ
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1000:50ZNZ - LHR
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8£605
Tue 30/919:30LGW - ZNZ
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1012:00ZNZ - LGW
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£605
Mon 22/921:00LHR - ZNZ
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 20/1004:20ZNZ - LHR
1 stop15h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£605
Sun 12/1010:10LGW - ZNZ
2 stops15h 20mEthiopian Air
Wed 29/1017:00ZNZ - LGW
1 stop15h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£608
Thu 30/1014:55LHR - ZNZ
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/1107:30ZNZ - LHR
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£611
Mon 6/1021:00LHR - ZNZ
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 31/1019:10ZNZ - LHR
1 stop14h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 27/8£612
Thu 9/1015:05LTN - ZNZ
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1008:50ZNZ - LTN
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£612
Sat 8/1111:10LGW - ZNZ
1 stop29h 50mKenya Airways
Sat 15/1104:40ZNZ - LGW
1 stop28h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 28/8£612

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London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 28/9

10:10-03:30

2 stops15h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/10

12:05-06:20

1 stop20h 15m

£602

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 29/9

11:25-04:15

1 stop14h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 8/10

04:55-06:55

1 stop28h 00m

£604

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Sun 28/9

16:00-08:00

1 stop14h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 4/10

00:50-06:25

2 stops31h 35m

£605

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Tue 30/9

19:30-08:00

3 stops34h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 15/10

12:00-06:55

2 stops20h 55m

£605

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

21:00-12:55

1 stop13h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 20/10

04:20-17:20

1 stop15h 00m

£605

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Thu 9/10

21:00-10:50

1 stop11h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 20/10

04:20-17:20

1 stop15h 00m

£605

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 12/10

10:10-03:30

2 stops15h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 29/10

17:00-05:10

1 stop15h 10m

£608

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Thu 30/10

14:55-07:30

1 stop13h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 8/11

17:30-06:25

2 stops39h 55m

£611

LondonZanzibar

LTN - ZNZ

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Thu 9/10

15:05-07:50

1 stop14h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 31/10

08:50-21:20

2 stops15h 30m

£612

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Mon 6/10

21:00-12:55

1 stop13h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 31/10

19:10-06:35

1 stop14h 25m

£612

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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 London to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Zanzibar?

On average, a flight from London to Zanzibar takes 13 hours 38 minutes. Flights to Zanzibar from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Zanzibar should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Air France.

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 inches 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 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Tanzania, such as Emirates, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

FAQs about flying to Zanzibar

Getting around Zanzibar

Getting around the Stone Town, Zanzibar’s historic centre, is easiest on foot. Outside of the centre, taxis or private cars are the best bet. Hotels can arrange taxis but will add commission. Dalla-dallas are small minivans and cheaper than taxis or private cars.

Zanzibar is mostly safe, but it is a Muslim community and travellers should dress appropriately, covering legs and arms and drinking alcohol discreetly. During Ramadan it is best to avoid eating, drinking and smoking in public during the daytime. Street hawkers will try to sell tours but it is best to book these through hotels or tourist offices.

  • When is the best time to fly to Zanzibar?

    There is generally no bad time to visit Zanzibar as the weather here is generally warm. Dry season lasts from June to October but it is also the coldest time. March till May see the most humid season when temperatures are high but so are the downpours.

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

    Most people fly into Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) if they book a flight to Zanzibar. Zanzibar Intl is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Zanzibar’s city center.

  • 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, Kenya Airways 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 £12, while return flights cost around £42.

  • How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?

    A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around £60, however they can be found for as little as £56.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Zanzibar, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 10 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. Salaam Letting (4 Bedroom, Zanzibar Hous is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0.0 mi away from Zanzibar Intl).

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