Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar from £120
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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 12 September 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.
Fri 12/908:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£270
Sat 20/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£271
Fri 12/908:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 17/917:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£295
Tue 23/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/904:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£302
Wed 1/1022:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£312
Fri 24/1008:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£323
Thu 11/922:50JNB - ZNZ
2 stops27h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£337
Thu 25/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£342
Sat 4/1001:25JNB - ZNZ
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 12/1020:55ZNZ - JNB
1 stop19h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9£349
Best flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to Zanzibar that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Fri 10/1022:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 17/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£271
Thu 29/116:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop19h 20mRwandAir
Sun 1/218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 9/9£354
Thu 25/914:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 30mAir Tanzania
Sun 28/922:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop16h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 11/9£388
Fri 24/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£323
Sun 14/1216:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop19h 20mRwandAir
Fri 26/1218:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop8h 40mRwandAir
Deal found 11/9£393
Fri 20/214:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 27/212:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£361
Fri 26/1214:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 3/104:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£361
Fri 6/314:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/317:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£368
Wed 1/1008:20JNB - ZNZ
2 stops18h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£378
Sun 5/1022:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£386
Direct flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to Zanzibar based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Sat 11/1009:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Sat 18/1014:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 12/9£566
Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.
Thu 11/922:50JNB - ZNZ
2 stops27h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£337
Fri 12/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£270
Fri 12/908:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Wed 17/917:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£295
Sat 20/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 26/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£271
Tue 23/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/904:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£302
Thu 25/922:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 28/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£342
Wed 1/1022:50JNB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 05mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/9£312
Sat 4/1001:25JNB - ZNZ
2 stops25h 50mKenya Airways
Sun 12/1020:55ZNZ - JNB
1 stop19h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9£349
Fri 24/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 27/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 10/9£323
One-way flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
Thu 22/120:15JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 11/9£120
Mon 15/1222:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£228
Wed 4/222:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9£233
Wed 21/103:10JNB - ZNZ
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9£255
Tue 3/203:10JNB - ZNZ
1 stop9h 00mRwandAir
Deal found 10/9£281
Wed 21/101:35JNB - ZNZ
1 stop24h 05mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/9£306
Sat 7/212:50JNB - ZNZ
2 stops26h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 11/9£339
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 12 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar that are best for you.
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OR Tambo
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Zanzibar
Route
Depart
Return
Price
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 10/10
22:50-10:50
1 stop11h 00m
Zanzibar Intl
Fri 17/10
12:05-20:10
1 stop9h 05m
£271
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 24/10
14:30-03:30
2 stops12h 00m
Zanzibar Intl
Mon 27/10
04:20-13:05
1 stop9h 45m
£323
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 29/1
16:50-13:10
1 stop19h 20m
Zanzibar Intl
Sun 1/2
18:40-02:20
1 stop8h 40m
£354
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 20/2
14:30-03:30
2 stops12h 00m
Zanzibar Intl
Fri 27/2
12:05-20:10
1 stop9h 05m
£361
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 26/12
14:30-03:30
2 stops12h 00m
Zanzibar Intl
Sat 3/1
04:20-13:05
1 stop9h 45m
£361
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Fri 6/3
14:30-03:30
2 stops12h 00m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 11/3
17:00-03:55
1 stop11h 55m
£368
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 1/10
08:20-03:30
2 stops18h 10m
Zanzibar Intl
Sat 4/10
04:20-13:05
1 stop9h 45m
£378
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 5/10
22:50-12:55
1 stop13h 05m
Zanzibar Intl
Sat 11/10
04:20-13:05
1 stop9h 45m
£386
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Thu 25/9
14:15-18:45
Nonstop3h 30m
Zanzibar Intl
Sun 28/9
22:00-13:15
1 stop16h 15m
£388
JohannesburgZanzibar
JNB - ZNZ
JNBZNZ
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 14/12
16:50-13:10
1 stop19h 20m
Zanzibar Intl
Fri 26/12
18:40-02:20
1 stop8h 40m
£393
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 JNB to ZNZ?
Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 12 September 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Share of one-stop return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 48% of one-stop itineraries from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 36m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 36m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 16m.
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 12 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with FlySafair, RwandAir, andEthiopian Air from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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.
People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
If you book a flight to Zanzibar from Johannesburg OR Tambo, 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl per day from 5 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Airlines like Ethiopian Air and RwandAir fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in about 11h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 20m. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 1554 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar round-trip from £218. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from £232, and Kenya Airways, from £256. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £100. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for £383 on average, our data indicates £141 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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.
Browse through other flights departing from OR Tambo. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 September 2025.
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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 12 September 2025.
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