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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Zanzibar from AED 874

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — ZNZ
15 Nov — 22 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 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 16 October 2025.

Sat 25/1017:10DXB - ZNZ
2 stops11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1107:30ZNZ - DXB
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10AED 1,961
Thu 27/1104:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Fri 5/1209:40ZNZ - DXB
1 stop15h 50mAir Tanzania
Deal found 14/10AED 1,965
Sat 18/1002:30DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 25mflydubai
Sun 26/1007:55ZNZ - DXB
Nonstop5h 35mflydubai
Deal found 12/10AED 1,968
Thu 27/1104:00DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 40mAir Tanzania
Tue 2/1208:20ZNZ - DXB
1 stop17h 10mAir Tanzania
Deal found 13/10AED 1,979
Fri 24/1017:10DXB - ZNZ
2 stops11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 28/1010:50ZNZ - DXB
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10AED 1,987
Mon 3/1105:40DXB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/1104:20ZNZ - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/10AED 1,994
Sat 18/1010:15DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 25mflydubai
Wed 29/1005:55ZNZ - DXB
Nonstop5h 25mflydubai
Deal found 15/10AED 1,998
Fri 17/1005:40DXB - ZNZ
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1022:00ZNZ - DXB
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/10AED 2,001
Thu 23/1004:00DXB - ZNZ
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1016:00ZNZ - DXB
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/10AED 2,012
Sat 6/1217:10DXB - ZNZ
2 stops11h 20mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/1204:20ZNZ - DXB
1 stop10h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 13/10AED 2,016

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 16 October 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,961

One-way from

AED 874

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

AED 2,148

Good round-trip deal

AED 2,241 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 1,069 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 25/10-1/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 26/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 912 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 117 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl.
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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 16 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Dubai

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Zanzibar

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/10

02:30-06:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 26/10

07:55-14:30

Nonstop5h 35m

AED 1,968

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/10

10:15-14:40

Nonstop5h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 29/10

05:55-12:20

Nonstop5h 25m

AED 1,998

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 26/10

02:30-07:00

Nonstop5h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 3/11

05:55-12:20

Nonstop5h 25m

AED 2,115

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/11

17:10-03:30

2 stops11h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 5/12

04:20-15:45

1 stop10h 25m

AED 2,178

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Mon 27/10

02:30-07:00

Nonstop5h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 6/11

21:35-04:05

Nonstop5h 30m

AED 2,266

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/10

02:30-06:55

Nonstop5h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 1/11

08:00-14:25

Nonstop5h 25m

AED 2,321

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/11

10:10-14:40

Nonstop5h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 24/11

21:35-04:05

Nonstop5h 30m

AED 2,336

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 18/11

10:10-14:40

Nonstop5h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 23/11

08:00-14:25

Nonstop5h 25m

AED 2,336

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sun 26/10

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

AED 874

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/1

04:00-08:40

Nonstop5h 40m

AED 1,039

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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 10 October 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 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 October is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,675). 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 16 October 2025.

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 16 October 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,374 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,374 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,374 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
873 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,374 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
144 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,374 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

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 4 flights from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar per day from 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Zanzibar flight route?

    Within the past month, 911 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 5h 25m. Fly via flydubai or Ethiopian Air 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 1,234. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from AED 1,381, and Ethiopian Air, from AED 1,675. These flights start at 37% 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 (68%), Emirates (68%), Air Tanzania (54%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 1,065. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for AED 1,605 on average, our data indicates AED 1,918 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 October is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,675). 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 4 airlines flying from Dubai to Zanzibar

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dubai 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 220,657 searches. Data last updated 16 October 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,234AverageAED 1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,381AverageAED 2,068FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,675AverageAED 1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,064AverageAED 2,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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