$335+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZNZ
Oct 7 — Oct 141
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to ZanzibarExplore 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 September 7, 2026.
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 September 7, 2026.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/153:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Fri 10/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$371
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/221:50 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Fri 10/233:40 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$375
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Sun 9/204:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$376
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:10 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Sun 9/274:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$403
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/193:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Mon 9/214:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$404
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/161:50 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Wed 11/1812:05 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$406
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/41:50 pm -
2 stops12h 40m
Sun 10/114:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$460
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:50 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Fri 10/23:40 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$461
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:30 pm -
2 stops12h 00m
Sun 9/204:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$462
Best flights from Cape Town to ZanzibarDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/71:50 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Fri 11/134:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$465
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/207:00 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Sat 1/303:15 pm -
Nonstop5h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Airlink logo]()
$788
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/31:50 pm -
2 stops12h 40m
Fri 10/93:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 9/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$466
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/261:50 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Sat 12/512:05 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 9/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$469
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/251:50 pm -
2 stops12h 40m
Tue 2/212:05 pm -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$476
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/233:10 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Wed 9/3012:05 pm -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 9/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$514
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/221:50 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Thu 10/14:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$546
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:10 pm -
2 stops35h 20m
Mon 9/214:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$585
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:15 am -
Nonstop5h 15m
Sat 10/103:15 pm -
Nonstop5h 30m
Deal found 9/4![Airlink logo]()
$979
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/28:15 am -
Nonstop5h 15m
Sat 1/93:15 pm -
Nonstop5h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Airlink logo]()
$982
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/251:50 pm -
2 stops36h 40m
Fri 10/23:40 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/3![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$720
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:50 pm -
2 stops36h 40m
Sun 9/2012:05 pm -
1 stop27h 05m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$788
Last-minute flights from Cape Town to ZanzibarDiscover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:30 pm -
2 stops12h 00m
Sun 9/204:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$462
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:30 pm -
2 stops12h 00m
Wed 9/2312:05 pm -
1 stop25h 55m
Deal found 9/2![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$464
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Sun 9/204:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$376
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/193:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Mon 9/214:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$404
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:50 pm -
1 stop20h 05m
Fri 10/23:40 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/7![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$461
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/253:10 pm -
1 stop26h 05m
Sun 9/274:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$403
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/41:50 pm -
2 stops12h 40m
Sun 10/114:20 am -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$460
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/153:10 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Fri 10/163:40 am -
1 stop11h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$371
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/221:50 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Fri 10/233:40 am -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 9/5![Ethiopian Air logo]()
$375
One-way flights from Cape Town to ZanzibarSearch for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/278:15 am -
Nonstop5h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Airlink logo]()
$335
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/318:15 am -
Nonstop5h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Airlink logo]()
$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/125:45 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![FlySafair logo]()
$359
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/208:15 am -
Nonstop5h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Airlink logo]()
$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/118:55 pm -
1 stop15h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![FlySafair logo]()
$366
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/236:25 pm -
1 stop21h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Airlink logo]()
$387
Find 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 September 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $371 (Mytrip) |
One-way from | $335 (Airlink) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $542 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar that are best for you.
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Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Sat 2/27
8:15 am-2:30 pm
Nonstop5h 15m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$335
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/31
8:15 am-2:30 pm
Nonstop5h 15m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$338
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Tue 1/12
5:45 am-1:35 pm
1 stop6h 50m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$359
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Sat 2/20
8:15 am-2:30 pm
Nonstop5h 15m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$363
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Wed 1/13
8:55 pm-12:50 am
1 stop26h 55m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$366
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Tue 2/23
6:25 pm-4:35 pm
1 stop21h 10m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$387
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/3
3:10 pm-10:55 am
1 stop18h 45m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-11:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$411
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Sat 11/7
1:50 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop27h 25m
Zanzibar Intl
Fri 11/13
4:20 am-2:10 pm
1 stop10h 50m
$465
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Sat 10/3
1:50 pm-3:30 am
2 stops12h 40m
Zanzibar Intl
Fri 10/9
3:40 am-2:10 pm
1 stop11h 30m
$466
Cape TownZanzibar
CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
CPTZNZ
Cape Town Intl
Thu 11/26
1:50 pm-6:15 pm
1 stop27h 25m
Zanzibar Intl
Sat 12/5
12:05 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop25h 55m
$469
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Compare providers for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Zanzibar flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Cape Town-Zanzibar flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Cape Town-Zanzibar flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Cape Town-Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Cape Town-Zanzibar flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
The price you pay for your flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of $542). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of $666). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Cape Town to Zanzibar flights typically cost between $449 and $648 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $371 on Ethiopian Air (Oct 15-Oct 16).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 64% of 1-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Zanzibar on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $521.
What’s the fastest layover option from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 30m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 18m.
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 September 7, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Cape Town to Zanzibar have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
6.7
Comfort
7.1
Crew
7.5
Food
6.9
Overall
7.2
Boarding
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
EWR - LFW
Entertainment
6.7
Comfort
7.1
Crew
7.5
Food
6.9
Overall
7.2
Boarding
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
EWR - LFW
Entertainment
6.7
Comfort
7.1
Crew
7.5
Food
6.9
Overall
7.2
Boarding
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
EWR - LFW
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| Cheapest$388 | Average$525 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
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