Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar from R4 175

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar (average of R448). Flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of R493). 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 airports serve Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights?

  There is just one airport located in Johannesburg that will serve flights out from Johannesburg to Zanzibar and that airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport. This airport is a major international airport that is located in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa. The only airport that will accommodate flights from Johannesburg is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the main airport for flights to Zanzibar and is located five kilometers south of the capital of Zanzibar, Tanzania.

• Which airlines fly directly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  The airlines available that fly directly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar include Kenya Airways, which sometimes can be partially operated by Precision Air, South African Airlines, Precision Air, and Ethiopian Airlines. Out of all the listed airlines, Kenya Airlines has a majority of flights available to fly directly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar, with the second being Precision Air, though they partially operate flights with other airlines. These flights, depending on the stopover time and dates chosen, can vary in pricing with the quickest flights and stopover times being more expensive than slower flights.

• What are the stopover options between Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  The available stopover options when flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar vary on the airlines chosen but typically only one stopover is available when flying to Zanzibar. The location of the stopover can also vary upon the choice of flight and airline. Some locations for stopover include Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, which is located in Kenya, Julius Nyerere International Airport, which is located in Tanzania, and Bole International Airport, which is located in Ethiopia. The flight times can all vary for these flights from 6h 23m-12h 28m depending on the airline and length of stopover chosen.

• Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  Currently there is no requirement for South African Passport holders to have a visa when visiting Zanzibar. What you will need in order to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is a passport that is valid for at least six months after you depart from Zanzibar.

• How can I know whether the airlines/airports in Zanzibar or Johannesburg are sustainable?

  To learn about airlines’ sustainability efforts or to get answers to your queries, read and review their annual Environmental, Social, and Governance Report (ESG). Alternatively, the IATA Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers (IEnVA) evaluates the ecological impacts of carriers, airports, and ground personnel to establish whether their operations and supplies are sustainable. You could also check if the airports are listed in the Airport Carbon Accreditation.

• What airlines operating this route have sustainable practices, and what are they?

  If you are looking to fly from Johannesburg in a sustainable fashion, consider booking flight tickets with Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Air, which release 66% and 58% less carbon, respectively. Kenya Airways boasts a tree-planting initiative to offset aircraft emissions by absorbing carbon in the atmosphere. Furthermore, the carrier is investing in fuel-efficient planes and green technologies. Ethiopian Airlines is engrossed in sustainable development by adopting green procurement, resource conservation, a modern fleet, and waste minimization.

• How can I fly more sustainably from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  Passengers set to fly from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) can lower their flight footprints by engaging in a few green practices. For instance, skipping checking bags and minimal packing is an environmentally-responsible travel tip, as increased flight weight implies elevated fuel intake and consequentially greater greenhouse gas emissions. Alternatively, you could fly coach from JNB to ZNZ with environmentally-conscious carriers.

• What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg?

  Zanzibar Kisauni (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kisauni from Johannesburg; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the Zanzibar airport from Johannesburg. It is only a 7,1 km journey from Kisauni (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city centre.

• Can I find flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R6 700 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R6 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Kenya Airways for just R6 638, but on average you can expect to pay R7 541.

• Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R11 100 on Cheapflights?

  Cheapflights has 8 direct flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar under R11 100. A good price for a direct flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is less than R14 235.

• Are there last-minute flights available from Johannesburg to Zanzibar for under R6 700?

  There are currently 16+ open flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar within the next 7 days for less than R6 700.

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

  Flying on Kenya Airways is currently your cheapest option to Zanzibar, with prices starting at R6 638. Another option worth looking into is Ethiopian Air, starting at R6 676 round trip. Kenya Airways is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

  For one-way options, check prices for Kenya Airways According to our data, you can fly for as little as R4 175. Users have also found prices from R5 228 and R5 848 on Uganda Airlines and FlySafair, respectively.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  Airlink, Emirates and Ethiopian Air are the most popular airlines when flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar.

• What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  While on average a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is generally R6 638, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R3 389. When looking at the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Kisauni), you can expect to pay R6 506 for that flight.

• What does JNB to ZNZ mean?

  These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar Kisauni Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a JNB to ZNZ flight. Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

• Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  The most popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is Nairobi. Addis Ababa follows Nairobi in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights.

• Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights?

  Of the flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Doha. Arusha sees the next fewest stopovers on Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights.

• Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

  Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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.

• Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight deals updated?

  The Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.