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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar from £340

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult

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 Tuesday or Friday 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 4 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£340

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£407
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/5-10/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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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 4 December 2024.

Tue 24/1223:00JNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Fri 27/1203:20ZNZ - JNB
1 stop25h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 3/12£400
Mon 9/1212:45JNB - ZNZ
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 22/1209:30ZNZ - JNB
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12£1,315
Mon 9/1209:35JNB - ZNZ
3 stops21h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 17/1222:45ZNZ - JNB
1 stop17h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/12£1,356

Find flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar within your budget

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 923,692 searches. Data last updated 4 December 2024.

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 6/5

23:00-02:40

1 stop26h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 10/5

19:05-03:55

1 stop9h 50m

£340

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/2

20:15-00:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 19/2

21:30-11:35

2 stops15h 05m

£366

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/2

17:15-01:35

1 stop7h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 19/2

10:10-16:00

1 stop6h 50m

£415

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/1

20:15-00:50

Nonstop3h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 9/1

01:50-04:40

Nonstop3h 50m

£582

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 6/1

14:15-21:30

1 stop6h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 13/1

22:00-13:15

2 stops40h 15m

£636

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/4

13:35-07:55

1 stop17h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 12/5

23:20-16:10

1 stop17h 50m

£650

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/1

14:15-21:50

2 stops30h 35m

£445

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/1

12:20-12:55

3 stops47h 35m

£489

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/2

09:35-07:45

3 stops21h 10m

£630

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/2

17:50-07:45

3 stops36h 55m

£639

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Travel insights for flights 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 22 November 2024.

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 August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,082). 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 4 December 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 9% 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 4 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
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Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 6

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
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
FlySafair
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 6

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,814 reviews
FlySafair
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 6

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
7.3
Good
787 reviews
FlySafair
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 6

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
6.8
Okay
284 reviews
FlySafair
8.1
Very Good
115 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.1

Reviews

1 / 6

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 3 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 £340. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kenya Airways, from £415, and FlySafair, from £582. These flights start at 8% 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 Air Tanzania, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £445. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £201. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for £418 on average our data indicates £398 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 August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,082). 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 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

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Ethiopian AirCheapest£266Average£330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£282Average£393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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