CA $326 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

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Cheap flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $326 for one-way flights and CA $561 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines
Kenya Airways
Hahn Air Systems
Uganda Airlines

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to Zanzibar Town (ZNZ)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $457 - CA $777 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar (JNB - ZNZ) route information
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Zanzibar Intl.
Airlines serving
Hahn Air Systems, Kenya Airways, Uganda Airlines
Roundtrip price
CA $561
Distance
2487 km
Average flight time
4 hours 32 mins

Johannesburg to Zanzibar Town Flights

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With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are Air Tanzania nonstop flights to Zanzibar Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from O.R. Tambo Intl., JNB to Zanzibar Intl., ZNZ 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg currently is just CA $561 rising to CA $1,106.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in October when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Zanzibar  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Zanzibar with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Johannesburg Airport to ZNZ?
Round-trip flights from Johannesburg Airport to Zanzibar Airport start from CA $561. This is based on fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Zanzibar Airport?
We understand that your situation can change unexpectedly, so we've made it as hassle-free as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) that have flexible change policies?
Plenty of carriers offer the option to move your flight without charging a fee. All you pay is the cost difference between flights. When looking for JNB to Zanzibar Airport flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to pick.
How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg Airport to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
From Johannesburg Airport to ZNZ, you'll be in the air for about 12 hours and 10 minutes. If you've been wanting to get stuck into that novel, now's the best time to do it.
How far is the flight from JNB to Zanzibar Airport?
You'll be up above the clouds for a while, as the flight distance between Johannesburg Airport and ZNZ is 2,500 kilometres. Create a playlist of your favourite tunes before you leave home to keep yourself entertained during your flight.
Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg Airport to Zanzibar Airport?
Safair (FA) will take you from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to ZNZ comfortably and safely. You can choose from 13 flights every month on this route.
Are O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Zanzibar Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from Johannesburg Airport to Zanzibar Airport showing up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines issue prices so far in advance.

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