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AED 1,025+ Cheap flights to Zanzibar

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ZNZ
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Zanzibar in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Thu 30/704:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop28h 00m
Air Tanzania
Fri 7/814:10
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4AED 1,744
Sat 3/1010:05
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 25m
flydubai
Sun 4/1007:55
ZNZ
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 35m
flydubai
Deal found 15/4AED 1,965
Fri 17/704:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Sat 25/709:40
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop15h 50m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4AED 1,990
Sun 1/1104:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop10h 30m
Air Tanzania
Fri 6/1117:30
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop8h 00m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 13/4AED 2,053
Wed 29/704:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Thu 6/822:00
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop27h 30m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 14/4AED 2,086
Sat 30/501:50
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop12h 20m
RwandAir
Sun 31/518:40
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop12h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 15/4AED 2,100
Wed 30/922:20
DXB
-
ZNZ
2 stops31h 40m
Oman Air
Sun 4/1006:00
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop14h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 18/4AED 2,141
Tue 23/610:05
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 25m
flydubai
Sat 27/607:55
ZNZ
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 35m
flydubai
Deal found 18/4AED 2,156
Mon 29/602:30
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 25m
flydubai
Tue 7/707:55
ZNZ
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 35m
flydubai
Deal found 15/4AED 2,167
Tue 21/422:20
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 10m
Oman Air
Sun 26/406:00
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop14h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 18/4AED 2,170
Tue 21/422:20
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop16h 10m
Oman Air
Fri 24/406:00
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop14h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 18/4AED 2,211
Sun 7/604:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/607:55
ZNZ
-
DXB
Nonstop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4AED 2,214

Find flight deals to Zanzibar

Find the latest flights to Zanzibar in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 220,657 searches and data was last updated on 18 April 2026.

Return from

AED 1,744

One-way from

AED 1,025

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

AED 1,388

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,132 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,049 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 30/7-7/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 20m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 29/7
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (AED 154 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 24/5

01:50-13:10

1 stop12h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 31/5

18:40-08:30

1 stop12h 50m

AED 2,611
Fastest return journey

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 20/8

01:45-06:10

Nonstop5h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 25/8

07:55-14:30

Nonstop5h 35m

AED 2,640

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 23/5

20:40-05:00

2 stops9h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 31/5

06:00-18:55

1 stop11h 55m

AED 2,688

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 30/7

11:00-05:00

2 stops19h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 7/8

14:35-09:50

2 stops18h 15m

AED 2,725

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 21/5

01:50-13:10

1 stop12h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 29/5

18:40-08:30

1 stop12h 50m

AED 2,743

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 26/5

01:50-13:10

1 stop12h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 29/5

18:40-08:30

1 stop12h 50m

AED 2,743

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 26/5

17:30-02:40

2 stops34h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 29/5

10:10-19:30

2 stops32h 20m

AED 3,162

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/5

22:20-05:00

2 stops31h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 31/5

06:00-15:40

1 stop8h 40m

AED 3,301

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 24/5

17:30-02:40

2 stops34h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 29/5

10:10-19:30

2 stops32h 20m

AED 3,422

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 6/5

10:05-14:30

Nonstop5h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 13/5

21:10-03:45

Nonstop5h 35m

AED 3,503

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The price you pay for your flight to Zanzibar may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 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 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Oman Air,Emirates, andEthiopian Air to Tanzania have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,561 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,002 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6
flydubai
6.5
Okay
148 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

FAQs about flying to Zanzibar

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?

    Most people fly into Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) if they book a flight to Zanzibar. Zanzibar Intl is conveniently located just 7.1 km from Zanzibar’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Zanzibar if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zanzibar on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Zanzibar?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Tanzania is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zanzibar.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar. One-way flights to Zanzibar Intl typically cost AED 155, while return flights cost around AED 1,487.

  • How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?

    A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around AED 2,295, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,487.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Zanzibar, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Zanzibar Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

    Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Kwetu-Kwetu Residence is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0.0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

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