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Cheap flights from London 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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — ZNZ
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in May or January, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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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 27 November 2025.

Sun 7/1220:10LGW - ZNZ
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1208:50ZNZ - LGW
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£600
Sun 7/1212:05STN - ZNZ
2 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1210:50ZNZ - STN
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£601
Thu 11/1206:00LGW - ZNZ
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1217:15ZNZ - LGW
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£604
Mon 1/1214:55LGW - ZNZ
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1208:50ZNZ - LGW
2 stops25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£604
Mon 1/1210:00LGW - ZNZ
1 stop23h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1217:00ZNZ - LGW
1 stop15h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/11£608
Thu 27/1110:00LGW - ZNZ
1 stop29h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 21/1219:10ZNZ - LGW
1 stop13h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/11£608
Sun 7/1218:20LTN - ZNZ
1 stop34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1208:50ZNZ - LTN
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11£609
Wed 3/1220:15LHR - ZNZ
1 stop13h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 17/1217:00ZNZ - LHR
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/11£611
Wed 26/1120:15LHR - ZNZ
1 stop13h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 2/1217:00ZNZ - LHR
1 stop16h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/11£613
Mon 8/1213:25LTN - ZNZ
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1210:50ZNZ - LTN
3 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£614
Mon 1/1220:50LTN - ZNZ
2 stops31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1218:40ZNZ - LTN
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£616
Mon 8/1214:55LGW - ZNZ
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1210:50ZNZ - LGW
3 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£616

Cheap 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 27 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£600

One-way from

£241

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£620
7/12-16/12
  • 7/12-16/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 00m total
  • London to Zanzibar
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4/12
  • 4/12
  • 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 (£120 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£28 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 27 November 2025.
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LondonZanzibar

LTN - ZNZ

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Thu 11/12

14:55-08:15

1 stop14h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 19/12

08:50-08:55

3 stops27h 05m

£626

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 11/1

07:15-12:55

3 stops26h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 9/2

18:40-19:40

2 stops28h 00m

£638

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

10:20-04:30

2 stops15h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 18/3

04:05-16:10

2 stops15h 05m

£639

LondonZanzibar

LTN - ZNZ

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Mon 9/3

09:15-07:05

1 stop18h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/3

18:40-10:35

2 stops18h 55m

£645

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 18/1

07:15-12:55

3 stops26h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 29/1

22:00-06:20

2 stops35h 20m

£645

LondonZanzibar

LTN - ZNZ

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Mon 19/1

09:15-07:05

1 stop18h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 25/1

10:45-08:30

2 stops24h 45m

£645

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Tue 13/1

06:25-03:05

1 stop17h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 20/1

05:30-16:10

1 stop13h 40m

£648

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Mon 9/3

10:20-04:30

2 stops15h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 23/3

04:05-16:10

2 stops15h 05m

£648

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sat 6/12

10:15-04:30

2 stops15h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 18/12

04:05-22:35

2 stops21h 30m

£654

LondonZanzibar

LGW - ZNZ

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Thu 29/1

10:00-18:15

1 stop29h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 11/2

17:00-05:40

1 stop15h 40m

£655

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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 21 November 2025.

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 70 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 £249). Flying from London to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £593). 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 LON to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 27 November 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from London to Zanzibar by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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.

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 49% 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 £481.

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 25m.

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 45m.

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 27 November 2025.
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
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
3,421 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
4,060 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
899 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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
7,539 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,421 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

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 £639, Turkish Airlines can have you in Zanzibar from London in 15h 10m. 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 £453, 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 KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £487 and £507, respectively. Kenya Airways is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 City - 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 £249). Flying from London to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £593). 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£453Average£545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£487Average£682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£507Average£824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£514Average£710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£524Average£720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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RwandAirCheapest£559Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£595Average£903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Oman AirCheapest£629Average£779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest£655Average£1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SWISSCheapest£663Average£747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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