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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar from £151

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
16 May — 23 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 16 April 2026.

Sat 8/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Wed 12/807:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£329
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Thu 7/501:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4£330
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Sat 9/517:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4£331
Fri 15/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 17/517:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop20h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 12/4£331
Fri 1/514:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Mon 4/501:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop13h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4£332
Sun 9/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Tue 11/822:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£339
Wed 5/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sun 9/807:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£349
Sat 8/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 15/822:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£350
Wed 5/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Thu 13/808:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£352
Fri 7/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop15h 45m
Air Tanzania
Mon 10/808:20
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop5h 55m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£353
Mon 10/814:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
1 stop6h 15m
Air Tanzania
Sat 15/807:30
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop6h 45m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4£362
Tue 8/1214:15
JNB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop3h 30m
Air Tanzania
Wed 16/1222:00
ZNZ
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4£372

Find 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 16 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£329

One-way from

£151

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£315

Good round-trip deal

£382 or less

Good one-way deal

£165 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 8/8-12/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Zanzibar
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Price

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JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/8

03:10-13:10

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 9/8

18:40-02:20

1 stop8h 40m

£382

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/4

14:30-03:30

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 9/5

12:05-20:10

1 stop9h 05m

£486

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

22:50-11:00

1 stop11h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 7/5

16:00-03:55

2 stops12h 55m

£486

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/4

08:20-03:30

2 stops18h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 5/5

17:00-03:55

1 stop11h 55m

£554

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/8

12:50-16:30

2 stops26h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 21/8

23:05-11:45

2 stops13h 40m

£596

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 5/8

03:10-08:00

2 stops27h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/8

17:10-14:20

2 stops22h 10m

£715

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

12:40-07:30

1 stop17h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 29/6

12:00-14:55

Nonstop3h 55m

£725

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

12:40-13:30

3 stops23h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 15/5

08:20-04:00

2 stops20h 40m

£787

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 11/5

19:50-21:00

3 stops24h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 16/5

08:20-04:00

2 stops20h 40m

£824

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/6

12:40-11:30

2 stops21h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 6/6

07:30-04:00

2 stops21h 30m

£839

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

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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 10 April 2026.

Booking 60 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of £281). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of £378). 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 16 April 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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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 16 April 2026.
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
127 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
127 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
RwandAir
7.8
Good
42 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,002 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
302 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
127 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

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 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Airlines like RwandAir, Ethiopian Air, and Uganda Airlines fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in about 9h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h 40m. 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 £171. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are FlySafair, from £198, and RwandAir, from £226. These flights start at 46% 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 £145. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for £438 on average, our data indicates £302 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of £281). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of £378). 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 6 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Discover the top 6 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 16 April 2026.
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AirlinkCheapest£171Average£386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapest£198Average£364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapest£226Average£351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£233Average£307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapest£235Average£288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air TanzaniaCheapest£309Average£373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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