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$135+ Cheap flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) 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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — ZNZ
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in July or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) 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 July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$270
(Flightlink)

One-way from

$135
(Flightlink)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$270

Good round-trip deal

$270 or less

Good one-way deal

$135 or less
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Cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This Flightlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Flightlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/247:30 pmNBO - ZNZ
Nonstop1h 30mFlightlink
Fri 8/295:00 pmZNZ - NBO
Nonstop1h 30mFlightlink
Deal found 7/28$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/17:30 amNBO - ZNZ
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/52:10 pmZNZ - NBO
1 stop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$288
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:00 pmNBO - ZNZ
1 stop6h 10mAir Tanzania
Wed 9/1710:00 pmZNZ - NBO
1 stop24h 20mAir Tanzania
Deal found 7/27$290
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:00 pmNBO - ZNZ
1 stop19h 50mPrecision Air
Wed 12/3110:50 amZNZ - NBO
Nonstop1h 40mPrecision Air
Deal found 7/28$297

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NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/24

7:30 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 8/27

5:00 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$270

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/1

7:30 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 9/5

2:10 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$288

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/10

11:00 pm-5:10 am

1 stop6h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 9/17

10:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$290

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 12/29

8:00 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 12/31

10:50 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$297

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/13

7:30 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$135

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 9/30

7:40 am-5:10 am

1 stop21h 30m

$145

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/21

4:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$160

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 8/2

7:00 pm-7:05 am

2 stops12h 05m

$195

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/15

1:20 am-2:40 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$247

NairobiZanzibar

NBO - ZNZ

NBOZNZ

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 8/11

8:00 pm-7:05 am

2 stops11h 05m

$305

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Best time to book a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,747). 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 NBO to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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 July 28, 2025.

When flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar

Explore weekly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

The most flights from NBO to ZNZ are scheduled on a Friday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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 July 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
799 reviews

Boarding

7.2

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

IAD - ADD

The flight delayed 4 hours and the treat in the cabin was not good.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
799 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
799 reviews

Boarding

7.2

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

IAD - ADD

The flight delayed 4 hours and the treat in the cabin was not good.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
274 reviews
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
799 reviews

Boarding

7.2

Crew

7.5

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

7.2

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

IAD - ADD

The flight delayed 4 hours and the treat in the cabin was not good.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zanzibar Intl from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl; the airport handles an average of 19 inbound flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Zanzibar airport from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl. It is only a 4.4 mi journey from Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) to Zanzibar’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Flying on Flightlink is currently your cheapest option to Zanzibar, with prices starting at $270. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Precision Air and Air Tanzania, with the lowest prices starting at $283 and $288, respectively. Flightlink is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar are Flightlink ($135), Air Tanzania ($145), and Precision Air ($195).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar are KLM (68%), British Airways (68%) and Royal Air Maroc (59%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $135. While the most popular route (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for $270 on average our data indicates $574 when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,747). 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 Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapest$221Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlightlinkCheapest$256Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Precision AirCheapest$329Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$346Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%

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