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Cheap flights from London to Zanzibar from £222

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.
LON — ZNZ
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
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 10 March 2026.

Thu 12/311:35
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/317:00
ZNZ
-
LGW
2 stops16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3£574
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£576
Tue 21/418:25
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop12h 55m
Kenya Airways
Wed 22/420:40
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop21h 35m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 8/3£576
Tue 17/310:00
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop23h 55m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 21/319:10
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop13h 30m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 4/3£576
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£577
Mon 13/409:30
LHR
-
ZNZ
2 stops25h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/612:05
ZNZ
-
LHR
2 stops29h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3£578
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£578
Thu 19/315:05
LHR
-
ZNZ
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/317:15
ZNZ
-
LHR
1 stop22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3£579
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£579
Sun 12/410:10
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Wed 22/417:00
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3£580
Thu 4/620:50
LHR
-
ZNZ
2 stops27h 40m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/612:05
ZNZ
-
LHR
2 stops26h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/3£581
Mon 20/410:10
LGW
-
ZNZ
1 stop24h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Mon 27/417:00
ZNZ
-
LGW
1 stop15h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3£581

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£576

One-way from

£222

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£614
Kenya Airways
  • Kenya Airways
  • 21/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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19/3
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 20m 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 (£27 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 10 March 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 19/3

06:00-08:15

1 stop23h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 2/4

11:30-06:40

3 stops21h 10m

£601

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Thu 14/5

14:45-11:00

2 stops42h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 21/5

17:00-15:05

2 stops24h 05m

£626

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Wed 8/4

09:30-12:55

2 stops25h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 29/4

17:00-12:45

2 stops21h 45m

£626

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Wed 10/6

21:45-18:15

2 stops18h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 18/6

12:05-15:05

2 stops29h 00m

£629

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Thu 9/4

21:45-18:15

2 stops18h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 22/4

17:00-18:45

2 stops27h 45m

£630

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

£668

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

10:10-03:30

2 stops15h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 29/6

12:05-06:20

1 stop20h 15m

£668

LondonZanzibar

STN - ZNZ

STNZNZ

London Stansted

Wed 17/6

06:55-01:55

1 stop17h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 25/6

04:35-16:40

1 stop14h 05m

£687

LondonZanzibar

STN - ZNZ

STNZNZ

London Stansted

Wed 17/6

10:50-03:35

2 stops14h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 25/6

02:55-16:40

2 stops15h 45m

£687

LondonZanzibar

LHR - ZNZ

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Thu 19/3

18:00-04:30

2 stops31h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 2/4

10:45-15:10

2 stops30h 25m

£689

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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 6 March 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 80 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Zanzibar (average of £294). Flying from London to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of £531). 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 39% 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 £476.

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 10m.

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 10 March 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
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
4,247 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
968 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
6.7
Okay
296 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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
7,781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,540 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

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 £668, Etihad Airways can have you in Zanzibar from London in 15h 20m. London and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 4597 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 £446, 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 £481 and £508, 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 Kenya Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £380. However, be on the lookout for offers from Oman Air and Ethiopian Air, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Zanzibar (average of £294). Flying from London to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of £531). 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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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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£446Average£554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£481Average£664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air FranceCheapest£508Average£702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest£561Average£670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£575Average£759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£588Average£892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£608Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£627Average£1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£655Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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EmiratesCheapest£675Average£1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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