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Cheap flights from London to Zanzibar from £243

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — ZNZ
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from London to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2026.

Mon 9/306:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/316:45
ZNZ
-
LGW
2 stops16h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2£563
Sun 10/510:10
LGW
-
ZNZ
2 stops15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 20/517:00
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/2£564
Mon 23/210:20
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop19h 40m
Kenya Airways
Sun 8/309:50
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop23h 30m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 19/2£564
Sun 3/521:20
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 50m
RwandAir
Mon 11/518:40
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop14h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 20/2£565
Sun 15/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
2 stops14h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 28/319:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop13h 10m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 20/2£565
Wed 25/220:05
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/311:30
ZNZ
-
LGW
2 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£566
Sat 14/320:30
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 40m
RwandAir
Wed 25/318:40
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
RwandAir
Deal found 22/2£567
Thu 18/621:20
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 50m
RwandAir
Sun 28/618:40
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop16h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/2£568
Sat 23/511:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop20h 20m
Kenya Airways
Fri 5/610:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop22h 40m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 20/2£568
Sun 10/521:20
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 50m
RwandAir
Wed 20/518:40
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop14h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 19/2£569
Mon 23/306:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/317:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£569
Thu 14/521:20
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop13h 50m
RwandAir
Fri 15/518:40
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop14h 20m
RwandAir
Deal found 21/2£570

Find flight deals from London to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 22 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£563

One-way from

£243

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£622
9/3-29/3
  • 9/3-29/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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23/3
  • 23/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 45m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£118 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£26 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 22 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

14:55-08:15

1 stop14h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 12/3

21:20-06:20

2 stops36h 00m

£574

LondonZanzibar

LTN - ZNZ

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Mon 16/3

06:30-08:15

1 stop22h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/3

18:40-10:35

2 stops18h 55m

£576

LondonZanzibar

STN - ZNZ

STNZNZ

London Stansted

Sat 2/5

10:50-01:55

1 stop13h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 10/5

04:35-16:40

1 stop14h 05m

£584

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 15/3

10:00-03:30

1 stop14h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 28/3

19:10-05:20

1 stop13h 10m

£593

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Mon 16/3

17:25-09:00

1 stop12h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/3

20:40-15:30

1 stop21h 50m

£599

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

06:20-04:30

2 stops19h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/3

04:05-09:20

2 stops32h 15m

£603

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 8/3

10:00-03:30

2 stops14h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 21/3

19:10-05:40

1 stop13h 30m

£610

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 16/3

10:20-20:00

1 stop30h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

09:50-06:20

1 stop23h 30m

£610

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Wed 11/3

21:40-08:15

2 stops31h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

11:30-06:20

2 stops21h 50m

£613

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Thu 11/6

21:20-13:10

1 stop13h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 24/6

18:40-07:00

1 stop14h 20m

£616

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Best time to book a flight from London to Zanzibar

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from London 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 20 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from London to Zanzibar may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 71 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Zanzibar (average of £244). Flying from London to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £616). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Zanzibar?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Zanzibar?

Share of one-stop return flights from London to Zanzibar chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 40% of one-stop itineraries from London to Zanzibar on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Zanzibar?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London to Zanzibar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Brussels (BRU) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £471.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Zanzibar?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London to Zanzibar, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 11h 15m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Zanzibar?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London to Zanzibar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Zurich (ZRH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 0h 46m.

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 22 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from London to Zanzibar have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,232 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
963 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
293 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,757 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,525 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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?

    If you book a flight to Zanzibar from London, you will be flying to Zanzibar Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is located 4.4 mi from the center of Zanzibar. There are 0 flights from London to Zanzibar Intl per day from 12 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London to Zanzibar?

    For as low as £584, Ethiopian Air can have you in Zanzibar from London in 13h 05m. London and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 4622 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at £442, Kenya Airways will fly you from London to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Kenya Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Air France - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £473 and £503, respectively. Kenya Airways is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Zanzibar one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Ethiopian Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £420. However, be on the lookout for offers from Oman Air and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from London to Zanzibar for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Zanzibar?

    The most popular flight routes from London to Zanzibar are London Heathrow - Zanzibar Intl, London Gatwick - Zanzibar Intl and London Stansted - Zanzibar Intl.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Zanzibar?

    London to Zanzibar flights have a stopover in Nairobi most often. Addis Ababa is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from London to Zanzibar.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Zanzibar flights?

    London to Zanzibar flights have a stopover in Dubai least often. Dubai is followed by Istanbul in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from London to Zanzibar.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Zanzibar?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Zanzibar (average of £244). Flying from London to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £616). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Zanzibar

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to Zanzibar. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£442Average£543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£473Average£660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapest£503Average£690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest£555Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£570Average£752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£582Average£989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£602Average£761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest£649Average£731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapest£669Average£1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Oman AirCheapest£679Average£801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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