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. There are 3 flights from Dubai to Zanzibar Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

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, Etihad Airways 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 132, while return flights cost around AED 558.

How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?

A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around AED 679, however they can be found for as little as AED 558.

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 20 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. Casa del Zanzibar is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0.0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Zanzibar are flydubai, Air Tanzania and Emirates.

How long is the flight to Zanzibar?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar takes 5 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Zanzibar from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to Zanzibar

The most flights from Dubai to Zanzibar are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Zanzibar are Ethiopian Air, Air Tanzania and flydubai.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 mm 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.

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).

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05:25-12:00

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21:10-03:45

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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. There are 3 flights from Dubai to Zanzibar Intl per day from 5 different airlines.
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, Etihad Airways 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 132, while return flights cost around AED 558.
How much is a return flight to Zanzibar?
A return flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around AED 679, however they can be found for as little as AED 558.
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 20 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. Casa del Zanzibar is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0.0 km away from Zanzibar Intl).

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