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$263+ Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZNZ
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in March or April, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$528
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$263
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$526
From Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/183:25 pmCPT - ZNZ
1 stop18h 25mEthiopian Air
Sat 9/2012:05 pmZNZ - CPT
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$498
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 10/193:25 pmCPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 30mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/234:20 amZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/14$528
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/163:25 pmCPT - ZNZ
1 stop25h 50mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/234:20 amZNZ - CPT
1 stop11h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$529
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/301:50 pmCPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 11/54:20 amZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$534
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/187:15 pmCPT - ZNZ
2 stops14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/204:20 amZNZ - CPT
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$585
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/186:00 amCPT - ZNZ
2 stops17h 50mFlySafair
Sat 9/202:35 pmZNZ - CPT
1 stop9h 00mFlySafair
Deal found 9/14$591
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/167:50 pmCPT - ZNZ
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/234:20 amZNZ - CPT
2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$598
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1611:30 pmCPT - ZNZ
2 stops27h 45mKenya Airways
Thu 10/2310:10 amZNZ - CPT
1 stop13h 00mKenya Airways
Deal found 9/15$602
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/113:25 pmCPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 11/255:00 pmZNZ - CPT
1 stop21h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$614
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/11:50 pmCPT - ZNZ
2 stops12h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/812:05 pmZNZ - CPT
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/15$619

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 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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Zanzibar

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/19

3:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 10/23

4:20 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$528

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/1

1:50 pm-3:30 am

2 stops12h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 3/7

12:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$612

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/11

3:25 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/25

5:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop21h 45m

$614

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/5

1:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop20h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 2/7

4:20 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$617

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/1

1:50 pm-3:30 am

2 stops12h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 11/8

12:05 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$619

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

6:05 pm-12:50 am

1 stop29h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 11/5

11:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$646

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/29

2:25 pm-9:00 am

2 stops17h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 11/5

2:40 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$647

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

7:50 pm-12:50 am

1 stop28h 00m

$263

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/20

6:25 am-12:50 am

2 stops17h 25m

$290

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/26

5:25 pm-7:05 am

2 stops12h 40m

$292

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Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

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 19 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,744). 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 September 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Zanzibar is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 7% on airfare.

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 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with FlySafair, 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.
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.0

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
116 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.0

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
861 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.0

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
6.9
Okay
280 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
116 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.5

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

6.0

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.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Ethiopian Air can get you from Cape Town to Zanzibar in just under 20h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Cape Town and Zanzibar are separated by a distance of 2326 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Zanzibar is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $462 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are FlySafair and Kenya Airways, starting at $476 and $568 round-trip. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 vacation 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,744). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$462Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
FlySafairCheapest$476Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$568Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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