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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
4 Sep — 11 Sep1
1 adult

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 Wednesday or Tuesday 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 30 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£270

One-way from

£222

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£310

Good round-trip deal

£288 or less

Good one-way deal

£104 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/9-3/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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15/12
  • 15/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar
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 30 August 2025.

Fri 26/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£270
Sat 27/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£272
Fri 12/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 19/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£273
Sun 7/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 13/912:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£274
Sat 20/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 25/904:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£283
Fri 26/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£290
Fri 24/1014:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 26/1003:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£296
Sat 6/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/904:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/8£297
Sun 28/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£298
Fri 26/914:30JNB - ZNZ
2 stops12h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 2/1004:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£299
Fri 26/908:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 4/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£302
Sun 28/908:20JNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 3/1012:05ZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8£303

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 30 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

14:30-03:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 3/10

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£270

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/9

08:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 4/10

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£272

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

22:50-10:50

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 19/9

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£273

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/9

22:50-10:50

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 19/9

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£273

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/10

08:20-18:15

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 25/10

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£273

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

14:30-03:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 20/9

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£274

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 20/9

14:30-03:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 27/9

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£274

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 19/9

14:30-03:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 24/9

17:00-03:55

1 stop11h 55m

£274

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/10

22:50-10:50

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 9/10

04:20-13:05

1 stop9h 45m

£274

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

22:00-07:05

1 stop8h 05m

£222

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar

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 22 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 30 August 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?

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 30 August 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.
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

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.
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
116 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

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.
RwandAir
7.6
Good
36 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
849 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

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.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
280 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
116 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.5

Crew

8.7

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 6
8.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

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.

Related info for your journey

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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 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 . Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 1554 mi.

  • 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 £233, and Kenya Airways, from £260. 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 £295 on average our data indicates £220 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar?

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

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Top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

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