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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar from £152

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
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 Thursday 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£250

One-way from

£152

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£331
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 13/9-1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 15/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 13 June 2025.

Wed 10/1214:30JNB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/1217:00ZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/6£250
Sat 21/617:00JNB - ZNZ
2 stops10h 15mKenya Airways
Sun 29/610:10ZNZ - JNB
1 stop15h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 11/6£270
Fri 13/617:00JNB - ZNZ
2 stops13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/622:00ZNZ - JNB
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6£307
Sun 27/714:15JNB - ZNZ
1 stop16h 35mAir Tanzania
Sun 3/808:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop5h 55mAir Tanzania
Deal found 12/6£372

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 13 June 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

Wed 10/12

14:30-02:30

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 16/12

17:00-03:55

1 stop11h 55m

£250

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/7

01:25-20:05

1 stop17h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 20/7

04:55-00:25

1 stop20h 30m

£270

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 27/7

14:15-07:50

1 stop16h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 3/8

08:20-13:15

1 stop5h 55m

£372

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 4/10

13:55-08:00

1 stop17h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 9/10

18:45-16:10

2 stops22h 25m

£748

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

17:00-07:30

2 stops37h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 16/12

22:45-15:35

1 stop17h 50m

£814

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/12

19:10-03:05

1 stop30h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 15/12

04:05-10:50

2 stops31h 45m

£895

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

09:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

£152

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 15/7

09:40-07:05

1 stop20h 25m

£174

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 14/7

01:25-19:50

1 stop17h 25m

£269

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/11

22:50-12:55

1 stop13h 05m

£314

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Deals found on 11/6

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 9 June 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 13 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 13 June 2025.
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

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
114 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

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
781 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

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
265 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
114 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

6.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo 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 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 4 different airlines.

  • 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 £250. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from £270, and FlySafair, from £316. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is FlySafair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £152. However, be on the lookout for offers from Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar for a low price.

  • 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 4 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Discover the top 4 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest£231Average£283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapest£238Average£340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£270Average£380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapest£308Average£362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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