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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar from R5 005

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 17/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZNZ
Apr 14 — Apr 211
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in March or April, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) 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 9 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R9 225

One-way from

R5 005

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R10 559
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 9/5-16/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 17/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 491 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 089 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2025.

Fri 9/514:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop26h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 16/512:05ZNZ - CPT
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/4R9 225
Fri 9/59:00CPT - ZNZ
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 15/51:50ZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4R9 264
Fri 9/520:55CPT - ZNZ
1 stop15h 40mFlySafair
Thu 15/51:50ZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 45mFlySafair
Deal found 9/4R9 421
Tue 16/1214:25CPT - ZNZ
2 stops28h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 29/123:40ZNZ - CPT
2 stops10h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/4R12 090
Wed 9/419:25CPT - ZNZ
1 stop35h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 19/423:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/4R17 330
Wed 23/416:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop32h 35mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/54:30ZNZ - CPT
1 stop32h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/4R23 120

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

14:35-18:15

1 stop26h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/5

12:05-13:00

1 stop25h 55m

R9 225

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

9:00-13:35

1 stop27h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 15/5

1:50-22:35

1 stop21h 45m

R9 264

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

20:55-13:35

1 stop15h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 15/5

1:50-22:35

1 stop21h 45m

R9 421

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

14:35-19:50

2 stops28h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/5

4:55-13:45

2 stops9h 50m

R12 090

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/4

19:25-8:00

1 stop35h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 5/5

23:20-10:50

1 stop36h 30m

R17 684

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 23/4

16:35-2:10

1 stop32h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 6/5

4:30-11:50

1 stop32h 20m

R23 120

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/5

5:45-13:35

1 stop6h 50m

R5 005

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 17/5

21:05-21:30

2 stops23h 25m

R6 104

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 30/7

14:35-1:40

2 stops10h 05m

R7 949

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/8

13:00-8:00

1 stop18h 00m

R9 617

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from Cape Town with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of R373). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R530). 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 CPT to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town 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 9 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, 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 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

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 9 April 2025.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

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.
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

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.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 545 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 753 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

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.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
765 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

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.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
263 reviews
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
113 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6,0

Food

6,4

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,7

Comfort

7,6

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 Cape Town 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 serve Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

    Cape Town International Airport is located 20 kilometres from the city centre and offers flights into Zanzibar. This airport is a hub for Mango, FlySafair, and South African Express. It offers flights to Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This airport has separate terminals for domestic and international flights as well as a central terminal that connects the two. The flight will end at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, which is five kilometres from Zanzibar City. The airport has two terminals and about 900,000 passengers pass through in a year. It offers both year-long and seasonal flights to many different destinations.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Unfortunately, at this time there are no direct, nonstop flights available to Zanzibar from Cape Town. While that may change in the future, travellers can instead choose a stopover flight to reach the destination. Many different airlines offer indirect flights between the two areas. These include Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and others. These flights can range in duration from flights that last 9h 10m to others that last 21h 25m. Passengers will find that flights with a single stop are often less expensive than flights with additional stops before reaching Zanzibar.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    A handful of flights are available that make one stop before reaching Zanzibar from Cape Town. These stops take place in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport, Addis Ababa Airport, and Dubai Airport in many cases. There are also several stopover flights that touch down two times before reaching Zanzibar. Some flights stop in O.R. Tambo International Airport and Addis Ababa Airport while others make stops at Victoria Falls Airport and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport.

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

    A traveller visiting Zanzibar from Cape Town has no need to bring a visa. However, you are going to need a passport and a valid form of ID.

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

    Currently priced at R9 225, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Cape Town to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from FlySafair and Kenya Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R9 421 and R12 090, respectively. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 005 on FlySafair. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Kenya Airways from R7 949 and Qatar Airways from R9 617 one-way.

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

    Most of the time, Cape Town to Zanzibar flights that have stopovers will stop in Nairobi. Cape Town to Zanzibar flights stop in Addis Ababa the next most. Addis Ababa is followed by Johannesburg in terms of the most popular stopover location for Cape Town to Zanzibar flights.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Johannesburg?

    Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium are currently the most popular points of interest in Johannesburg. Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Johannesburg Planetarium can be accessed by travelling approximately 25,0 km, 20,1 km, and 21,6 km, respectively from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Travellers in need of a car in Johannesburg can hire one for about R447 per day.

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

    Cape Town to Zanzibar flights have a stopover in Livingstone the least frequently. Victoria Falls sees the next fewest stopovers on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town 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 Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of R373). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of R530). 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 3 airlines flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 172AverageR10 616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FlySafairCheapestR9 683AverageR12 385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR10 264AverageR11 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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