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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar from £241

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.
LGW — ZNZ
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap 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 2 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£604

One-way from

£241

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£785
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 24/11-1/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£118 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 2 September 2025.

Mon 24/1111:35LGW - ZNZ
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1217:15ZNZ - LGW
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£604
Thu 9/1012:50LGW - ZNZ
1 stop17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/1008:50ZNZ - LGW
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£607
Tue 14/1019:30LGW - ZNZ
3 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1001:10ZNZ - LGW
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8£608
Mon 15/920:20LGW - ZNZ
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/913:40ZNZ - LGW
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/8£610
Sun 28/910:10LGW - ZNZ
2 stops15h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1019:10ZNZ - LGW
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/9£613
Sun 14/910:10LGW - ZNZ
1 stop15h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/919:10ZNZ - LGW
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/9£613
Mon 17/1111:10LGW - ZNZ
1 stop18h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 23/1109:50ZNZ - LGW
1 stop23h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 31/8£618
Wed 1/1018:10LGW - ZNZ
1 stop35h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1018:05ZNZ - LGW
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£621
Mon 13/1009:00LGW - ZNZ
3 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/1011:30ZNZ - LGW
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£621
Mon 22/915:10LGW - ZNZ
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/907:55ZNZ - LGW
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/9£622

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Zanzibar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 2 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 24/11

11:35-08:15

1 stop17h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 1/12

17:15-05:55

1 stop15h 40m

£604

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 9/10

12:50-07:50

1 stop17h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 31/10

08:50-21:35

2 stops15h 45m

£607

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 15/1

11:10-20:00

1 stop29h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/2

09:50-06:20

1 stop23h 30m

£615

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sat 17/1

11:10-02:40

1 stop12h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 6/2

20:50-06:20

1 stop12h 30m

£615

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 16/10

12:50-07:50

1 stop17h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 23/10

08:20-06:40

2 stops24h 20m

£615

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 29/1

11:10-11:10

2 stops21h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 11/2

09:50-06:20

1 stop23h 30m

£617

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 13/11

11:10-20:00

1 stop29h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 26/11

09:50-06:20

1 stop23h 30m

£618

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 17/11

11:10-09:00

1 stop18h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 23/11

09:50-06:25

1 stop23h 35m

£618

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sat 22/11

11:10-20:00

1 stop29h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 2/12

04:40-06:20

1 stop28h 40m

£618

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 10/11

11:10-02:40

1 stop12h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 26/11

09:50-06:20

1 stop23h 30m

£618

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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 29 August 2025.

Booking 45 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 £735). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,326). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 September 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2 September 2025.
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
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,953 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
851 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
280 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,320 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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 29h 50m. Fly via Kenya Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between London Gatwick Airport and Zanzibar is about 4597 mi.

  • 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 £442. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £473 and £512, respectively. These flights start at 33% 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 £735). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,326). 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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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£442Average£468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£473Average£532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest£670Average£818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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