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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar from £226

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — ZNZ
11 Apr — 18 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 March 2026.

Mon 16/314:55
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/315:55
ZNZ
-
LGW
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3£573
Thu 12/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 21/319:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3£574
Sun 15/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 28/312:05
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3£574
Tue 17/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 29/312:05
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop20h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3£575
Tue 10/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 23/317:00
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop15h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3£576
Sun 3/510:10
LGW
-
ZNZ
2 stops15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 10/504:20
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop28h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3£577
Mon 23/306:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/417:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3£578
Sat 23/511:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop20h 20m
Kenya Airways
Fri 29/510:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop22h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 9/3£582
Thu 19/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop21h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 1/416:00
ZNZ
-
LGW
2 stops16h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 9/3£582
Mon 16/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 29/319:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 7/3£585
Mon 27/411:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop32h 00m
Kenya Airways
Wed 29/414:40
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop18h 15m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 10/3£586

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£577

One-way from

£226

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£600
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 3/5-10/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 20m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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19/3
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 15m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Tue 19/5

10:10-12:55

1 stop24h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 3/6

19:10-06:25

1 stop13h 15m

£601

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Tue 19/5

10:10-12:55

1 stop24h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 1/6

19:10-06:20

1 stop13h 10m

£651

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

10:10-03:30

2 stops15h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 28/6

12:05-06:20

1 stop20h 15m

£664

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 8/6

14:05-01:55

1 stop33h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 19/6

02:55-16:45

2 stops15h 50m

£677

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 7/6

07:30-01:00

2 stops15h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 18/6

02:55-16:35

2 stops15h 40m

£677

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Fri 24/4

07:00-01:55

1 stop16h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 3/5

02:00-16:35

1 stop16h 35m

£688
Fastest return journey

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

10:50-01:55

1 stop13h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 24/6

02:00-13:10

1 stop13h 10m

£690

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

10:10-03:30

2 stops15h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 27/6

12:05-06:20

1 stop20h 15m

£690

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

10:50-01:55

1 stop13h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 29/6

04:35-16:35

1 stop14h 00m

£690

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Fri 24/4

07:00-01:00

2 stops16h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 1/5

04:35-16:35

1 stop14h 00m

£692

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar (average of £293). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £751). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 12 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,253 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
970 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
296 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 4.4 mi from the city center, Zanzibar Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Zanzibar from London Gatwick. Booking flights from London Gatwick to Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from London Gatwick from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar in 24h 45m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Zanzibar is about 4597 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Zanzibar, with prices starting at £444. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £479 and £605, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Zanzibar?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Zanzibar by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar (average of £293). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £751). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£444Average£471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£479Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£605Average£745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest£672Average£892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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