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Cheap flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R3 484

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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZNZ — JNB
Feb 26 — Mar 51
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 784

One-way from

R3 484

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 678

Good round-trip deal

R6 063 or less

Good one-way deal

R3 763 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 22/3-29/3
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 3/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • Zanzibar to Johannesburg
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R13 780 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 180 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo.

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Cheapest flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zanzibar to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sat 22/314:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mFlySafair
Sat 29/39:00JNB - ZNZ
Nonstop3h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 20/2R6 784
Sat 22/39:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop27h 50mAir Tanzania
Sat 29/315:55JNB - ZNZ
1 stop21h 05mAir Tanzania
Deal found 20/2R7 632
Sat 22/314:35ZNZ - JNB
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 29/315:55JNB - ZNZ
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R7 706
Fri 21/32:35ZNZ - JNB
2 stops11h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 29/314:35JNB - ZNZ
1 stop10h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R8 756
Thu 20/320:40ZNZ - JNB
1 stop20h 10mKenya Airways
Sun 23/31:15JNB - ZNZ
2 stops26h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R11 245
Sat 14/63:10ZNZ - JNB
2 stops32h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 30/617:55JNB - ZNZ
2 stops32h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2R35 782
Mon 1/923:20ZNZ - JNB
2 stops35h 15mQatar Airways
Sat 20/99:05JNB - ZNZ
3 stops21h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/2R43 377

Find flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Zanzibar

Fly to

OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 22/3

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

9:00-13:35

Nonstop3h 35m

R6 784

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 22/3

9:40-12:30

1 stop27h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

15:55-14:00

1 stop21h 05m

R7 632

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 22/3

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

15:55-14:00

1 stop21h 05m

R7 706

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 21/3

2:35-13:10

2 stops11h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

14:35-1:45

1 stop10h 10m

R8 756

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 20/3

20:40-15:50

1 stop20h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 23/3

1:15-4:15

2 stops26h 00m

R11 245

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 14/6

3:10-10:35

2 stops32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/6

17:55-3:30

2 stops32h 35m

R35 782

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 3/6

14:35-17:25

Nonstop3h 50m

R3 484

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 12/3

22:20-11:35

2 stops14h 15m

R4 406

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 13/3

22:20-12:30

1 stop15h 10m

R4 461

ZanzibarJohannesburg

ZNZ - JNB

ZNZJNB

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 2/6

3:40-0:15

1 stop21h 35m

R6 231

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/2

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Best time to book a flight from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 ZNZ to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Zanzibar to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6

8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6

8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6

8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6

8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6

8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Comfort

7,6

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

6,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 6

8,0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Nov 2024

JNB - CPT

People from FlySafair helped me at the end with my flight due the delayed if Kenya Airways. If it wasnt fir the people of flysafair, I would lose my flights.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zanzibar to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Zanzibar Intl. Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is just 7,1 km from the centre of the city. Zanzibar Intl is the only Zanzibar airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 4 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Zanzibar Intl on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at R6 784, FlySafair will fly you from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to FlySafair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Tanzania and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 632 and R8 756, respectively. Users have found that FlySafair is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R3 484 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air Tanzania from R4 461 and Kenya Airways from R6 231 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay R6 975, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R2 992. The most popular route (Zanzibar Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around R6 507.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Zanzibar to OR Tambo?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zanzibar to OR Tambo 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 Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Zanzibar to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). 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 Zanzibar to OR Tambo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR7 017AverageR8 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 912AverageR9 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR8 515AverageR9 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 516AverageR11 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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