Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Zanzibar from AED 819

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — ZNZ
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in April or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,899

One-way from

AED 819

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

AED 2,336

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,790 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,232 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 1/10-5/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 11h 20m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 973 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 132 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl.

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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 29 August 2025.

Wed 1/1017:10DXB - ZNZ
2 stops11h 20mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/1004:20ZNZ - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8AED 1,899
Sun 14/904:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Wed 17/900:50ZNZ - DXB
1 stop24h 40mAir Tanzania
Deal found 28/8AED 1,906
Fri 3/1004:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Sun 12/1022:00ZNZ - DXB
1 stop27h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/8AED 1,910
Fri 5/904:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Sun 7/900:50ZNZ - DXB
1 stop24h 40mAir Tanzania
Deal found 28/8AED 1,913
Wed 8/1006:05DXB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 25mOman Air
Wed 22/1014:35ZNZ - DXB
2 stops24h 05mOman Air
Deal found 27/8AED 1,917
Sun 7/904:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Sun 14/922:00ZNZ - DXB
1 stop27h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/8AED 1,924
Fri 12/904:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Mon 15/900:50ZNZ - DXB
1 stop24h 35mAir Tanzania
Deal found 28/8AED 1,932
Wed 15/1005:40DXB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 25/1004:20ZNZ - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/8AED 1,935
Wed 1/1004:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Sun 5/1022:00ZNZ - DXB
1 stop27h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/8AED 1,939
Sat 11/1004:00DXB - ZNZ
1 stop28h 00mAir Tanzania
Fri 17/1001:10ZNZ - DXB
1 stop24h 15mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/8AED 1,946
Wed 3/904:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Fri 19/900:50ZNZ - DXB
1 stop24h 35mAir Tanzania
Deal found 27/8AED 1,961

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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 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Zanzibar that are best for you.

Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

Zanzibar

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/10

17:10-03:30

2 stops11h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/10

04:20-15:45

1 stop10h 25m

AED 1,899

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 14/9

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 18/9

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/10

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 7/10

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 7/10

05:40-12:55

1 stop8h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 11/10

04:20-15:45

1 stop10h 25m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 14/9

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 17/9

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 1/10

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/10

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/9

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 27/9

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Fri 3/10

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 6/10

00:50-02:25

1 stop24h 35m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 24/9

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 28/9

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 21/9

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 25/9

00:50-02:30

1 stop24h 40m

AED 1,906

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar, you should look to book at least 57 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 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 29 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 29 August 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Zanzibar, such as Emirates, Ethiopian Air, andflydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    If you book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar, you will be flying from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl. Flights to Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) from Dubai Intl (DXB) take 5h 25m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Zanzibar flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    There are many flights that can get you from Dubai to Zanzibar in 5h 40m. Fly via Ethiopian Air or Air Tanzania 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 1,233. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from AED 1,372, and Ethiopian Air, from AED 1,675. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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: flydubai (59%), Emirates (59%), Air Tanzania (54%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 1,051. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for AED 1,737 on average our data indicates AED 1,706 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Dubai to Zanzibar

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,233AverageAED 1,681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,372AverageAED 2,054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,675AverageAED 1,872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,064AverageAED 2,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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