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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Zanzibar from AED 1,050

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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — ZNZ
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in April or May, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2026.

Thu 21/501:50
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop12h 20m
RwandAir
Sun 31/518:40
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop12h 50m
RwandAir
Deal found 18/3AED 1,969
Sun 3/504:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Sun 10/514:10
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 19/3AED 2,009
Sun 2/804:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Wed 5/817:30
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop8h 00m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 20/3AED 2,016
Fri 7/804:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Fri 7/814:10
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 19/3AED 2,027
Mon 4/504:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop28h 00m
Air Tanzania
Mon 11/514:10
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 20/3AED 2,049
Sat 4/404:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop28h 00m
Air Tanzania
Sat 2/514:10
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 21/3AED 2,057
Sat 2/504:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
1 stop28h 00m
Air Tanzania
Sat 9/507:30
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop18h 00m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 18/3AED 2,072
Sun 12/404:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Thu 16/414:10
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop11h 20m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 21/3AED 2,079
Fri 22/504:00
DXB
-
ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40m
Air Tanzania
Sun 31/509:40
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop15h 50m
Air Tanzania
Deal found 18/3AED 2,083
Wed 1/422:20
DXB
-
ZNZ
2 stops31h 40m
Oman Air
Sun 3/506:00
ZNZ
-
DXB
1 stop26h 50m
Oman Air
Deal found 22/3AED 2,086
Sat 17/1011:10
DXB
-
ZNZ
2 stops18h 50m
Oman Air
Tue 3/1114:40
ZNZ
-
DXB
2 stops18h 10m
Oman Air
Deal found 18/3AED 2,090

Find flight deals from Dubai to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,969

One-way from

AED 1,050

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

AED 2,064

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,516 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 924 or less
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 21/5-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 10m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Oman Air
  • Oman Air
  • 1/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 40m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (AED 523 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 25/7

04:00-21:30

1 stop18h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 27/7

16:40-02:30

1 stop8h 50m

AED 2,204

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 20/5

22:20-05:00

2 stops31h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 27/5

14:35-09:50

2 stops18h 15m

AED 2,211
Fastest return journey

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/4

01:50-13:10

1 stop12h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 4/5

18:40-08:30

1 stop12h 50m

AED 2,233

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/6

22:20-05:00

2 stops31h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 3/7

14:35-09:50

2 stops18h 15m

AED 2,340

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 28/6

01:50-13:10

1 stop12h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/7

18:40-08:30

1 stop12h 50m

AED 2,457

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 25/7

22:20-05:00

2 stops31h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 27/7

14:35-18:55

2 stops27h 20m

AED 2,472

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 3/5

23:00-13:30

3 stops15h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 7/5

21:40-21:25

2 stops22h 45m

AED 2,483

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 25/6

23:00-07:30

1 stop9h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 4/7

17:10-11:40

1 stop17h 30m

AED 2,498
Cheapest one-way

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 4/4

19:55-05:00

2 stops10h 05m

AED 1,050

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/9

22:20-13:30

1 stop16h 10m

AED 1,208

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Zanzibar

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar (average of AED 900). Flying from Dubai to Zanzibar in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,881). 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 DXB to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 22 March 2026.

When flying from Dubai 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.

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 22 March 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Zanzibar, such as Oman Air,Emirates, andEthiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
118 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,541 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
975 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1
flydubai
6.6
Okay
149 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
118 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Dubai to Zanzibar flight route?

    Within the past month, 702 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    There are many flights that can get you from Dubai to Zanzibar in 12h 20m. Fly via Air Tanzania, Oman Air, or RwandAir to get the fastest option. Dubai and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 3907 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Zanzibar return from AED 1,240. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from AED 1,365, and Oman Air, from AED 1,612. These flights start at 40% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 653 on Air Tanzania. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include flydubai from AED 751 and Ethiopian Air from AED 801 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dubai to Zanzibar on time: Air Tanzania (77%), flydubai (58%), Emirates (58%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 847. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for AED 2,009 on average, our data indicates AED 1,648 when flying from Dubai to Zanzibar.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar (average of AED 900). Flying from Dubai to Zanzibar in January is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,881). 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
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,240AverageAED 1,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,369AverageAED 2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Oman AirCheapestAED 1,612AverageAED 2,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,675AverageAED 1,875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,064AverageAED 2,660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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