Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 00m.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of one-stop itineraries from Muscat to Zanzibar on Cheapflights.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Flights via Dar Es Salaam (DAR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 10m.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £285.

Question 5

How popular is this Muscat to Zanzibar flight route?

Accepted Answer

The Muscat Seeb to Zanzibar Intl flight path was viewed by 16 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Question 6

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

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According to our current data, Ethiopian Air (£171), and Oman Air (£197) offers the cheapest pricing from Muscat to Zanzibar. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 43% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Question 7

How far ahead should I book a flight from Muscat to Zanzibar?

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The price you pay for your flight from Muscat to Zanzibar may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Muscat to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Muscat 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.

Question 9

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

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

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Muscat to Zanzibar

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The most flights from MCT to ZNZ are scheduled on a Tuesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Question 13

What are the most reliable airlines from Muscat to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Muscat to Zanzibar on time: Qatar Airways (79%), Oman Air (67%), Etihad Airways (67%).

Question 14

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Muscat to Zanzibar?

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Travelers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 54% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight from Muscat to Zanzibar?

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When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 44 days in advance, which can save you up to 11% on flights from Muscat to Zanzibar compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 44 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £264. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £280.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Muscat to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Muscat to Zanzibar lean towards being more expensive in August. Prices are generally better when you fly from Muscat to Zanzibar in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at £233.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

When flying from Muscat to Zanzibar, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at midday.

Question 18

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

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

Question 19

How can I find direct flights from Muscat to Zanzibar?

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

Question 20

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Muscat 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.

Question 21

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Muscat to Zanzibar?

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Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Muscat to Zanzibar. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 22

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Muscat to Zanzibar?

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Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from Muscat to Zanzibar by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and put it in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

Question 23

Can Cheapflights find flights from Muscat to Zanzibar with no change fees?

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Yes! Cheapflights helps users easily find flights from Muscat to Zanzibar with no change fees.

Question 24

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Muscat to Zanzibar become cheaper?

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Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on Muscat to Zanzibar flights so you can book your travel at the perfect time. Price Alerts can be enabled by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address where you want to receive the alerts.

Popular in	August
Cheapest in	April
Average price	£379
Good round-trip deal	£225 or less
Good one-way deal	£156 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest£171	Average£315	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Oman Air	Cheapest£197	Average£302	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Oman Air flights

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

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