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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Zanzibar from £266

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 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — ZNZ
17 Sep — 24 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to Zanzibar

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 August 2026.

Tue 6/1007:20 -
2 stops28h 10m
Fri 16/1014:35 -
2 stops33h 35m
Deal found 14/8£690
Sat 5/922:00 -
2 stops31h 25m
Sat 12/906:20 -
3 stops40h 25m
Deal found 17/8£691
Sun 27/913:45 -
3 stops34h 55m
Sun 4/1004:40 -
3 stops29h 45m
Deal found 13/8£702
Tue 1/914:40 -
3 stops35h 45m
Mon 14/908:00 -
3 stops27h 50m
Deal found 17/8£702
Sun 27/908:40 -
1 stop20h 45m
Tue 29/920:15 -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 17/8£704
Sun 18/1007:25 -
2 stops22h 00m
Thu 29/1004:20 -
3 stops31h 50m
Deal found 17/8£705
Wed 26/820:55 -
1 stop32h 30m
Sat 5/906:20 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 15/8£705
Sun 20/907:50 -
1 stop21h 35m
Mon 5/1008:00 -
2 stops15h 45m
Deal found 17/8£705
Wed 30/907:00 -
2 stops34h 55m
Wed 7/1010:10 -
2 stops23h 15m
Deal found 16/8£705
Fri 2/1021:20 -
1 stop17h 15m
Sat 31/1017:05 -
1 stop16h 15m
Deal found 16/8£707
Sun 18/1008:40 -
2 stops20h 45m
Thu 29/1004:20 -
3 stops37h 15m
Deal found 17/8£707
Wed 26/809:05 -
2 stops31h 10m
Wed 9/912:05 -
2 stops22h 30m
Deal found 17/8£707

Find flight deals from United Kingdom to Zanzibar

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to Zanzibar flight deals. Data was last updated 18 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£620

One-way from

£266

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£954
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 21/1-31/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to Zanzibar
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 25m total
  • United Kingdom to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£101 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 18 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 6/10

07:20-13:30

2 stops28h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/10

14:35-22:10

2 stops33h 35m

£690

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 5/9

22:00-07:25

2 stops31h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 12/9

06:20-20:45

3 stops40h 25m

£691

LeedsZanzibar

LBA Leeds/Bradford - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

LBAZNZ

Leeds/Bradford

Sun 27/9

13:45-02:40

3 stops34h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 4/10

04:40-08:25

3 stops29h 45m

£702

LondonZanzibar

LTN London Luton - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Wed 20/1

13:05-05:15

1 stop13h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 29/1

04:00-21:05

2 stops20h 05m

£706

LondonZanzibar

LTN London Luton - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

LTNZNZ

London Luton

Tue 1/12

07:00-02:40

2 stops16h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 13/12

04:40-10:35

2 stops32h 55m

£708

LondonZanzibar

LGW London Gatwick - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Sun 11/10

10:10-18:15

1 stop30h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/10

12:05-06:30

1 stop20h 25m

£739

LondonZanzibar

STN London Stansted - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

STNZNZ

London Stansted

Sat 7/11

17:20-02:50

1 stop30h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 20/11

03:10-16:20

1 stop16h 10m

£741

LondonZanzibar

LGW London Gatwick - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

LGWZNZ

London Gatwick

Wed 25/11

10:05-02:50

1 stop13h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 11/12

05:30-09:10

1 stop30h 40m

£747

LondonZanzibar

LHR London Heathrow - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

LHRZNZ

London Heathrow

Sat 10/10

08:25-05:00

2 stops18h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/10

14:35-06:30

2 stops17h 55m

£748

LondonZanzibar

STN London Stansted - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

STNZNZ

London Stansted

Sat 9/1

17:20-04:30

2 stops32h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 16/1

03:50-16:20

2 stops15h 30m

£764

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to Zanzibar

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar (average of £657). Flying from United Kingdom to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,071). 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 18 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Turkish Airlines, andEtihad Airways from the United Kingdom to Zanzibar have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,472 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,504 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,029 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Kenya Airways
6.7
Okay
324 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,652 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar. It is only a 4.4 mi journey from Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar?

    A quick flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar can take about 18h 35m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £748. United Kingdom and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 4622 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to Zanzibar one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar are Etihad Airways (£244), Kenya Airways (£375), and Emirates (£383).

  • What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Zanzibar?

    The most popular route from United Kingdom to Zanzibar is London Heathrow - Zanzibar Intl. You may also consider London Gatwick - Zanzibar Intl or London Stansted - Zanzibar Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Zanzibar?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Zanzibar?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Zanzibar (average of £657). Flying from United Kingdom to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,071). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£463Average£951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£511Average£735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£515Average£738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapest£555Average£706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£558Average£804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£567Average£859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EgyptairCheapest£572Average£644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£579Average£941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£602Average£926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Oman AirCheapest£610Average£795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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