What’s the top layover airport for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Nairobi (NBO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of 1-stop itineraries from Lagos to Zanzibar on Cheapflights.

What’s the fastest layover option from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 36m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Flights via Nairobi (NBO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 53m.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Addis Ababa (ADD) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $840.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lagos to Zanzibar round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lagos to Zanzibar round-trip from $562. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Ethiopian Air. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Lagos to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 0.8 - 12.6 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 12.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 7% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Find a great deal and save up to 16% by booking at least 27 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Lagos to Zanzibar within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $598.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Flights from Lagos to Zanzibar lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Lagos to Zanzibar in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $562.

Can I find deals for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lagos 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.

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

The best time to book flights from Lagos to Zanzibar is 26 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 Lagos to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Lagos 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 LOS to ZNZ?

When flying from Lagos to Zanzibar, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Lagos 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

861 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gbadebo,Aug 2025

ATL - ADD

I loved it. I had enough room and I was well fed on economy ticket. I think there should be free wifi for messaging on long flights. I’d get complimentary messaging WiFi on other airlines

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gbadebo,Aug 2025

ATL - ADD

I loved it. I had enough room and I was well fed on economy ticket. I think there should be free wifi for messaging on long flights. I’d get complimentary messaging WiFi on other airlines

Kenya Airways

6.9

Okay

280 reviews

Ethiopian Air

7.2

Good

861 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Gbadebo,Aug 2025

ATL - ADD

I loved it. I had enough room and I was well fed on economy ticket. I think there should be free wifi for messaging on long flights. I’d get complimentary messaging WiFi on other airlines

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What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lagos to Zanzibar round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Lagos to Zanzibar round-trip from $562. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Ethiopian Air. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Lagos to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lagos to Zanzibar.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lagos 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 Lagos to Zanzibar?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lagos to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Lagos 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 2 airlines flying from Lagos to Zanzibar

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Kenya Airways	Cheapest$562	Average$854	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$610	Average$685	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%

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What’s the top layover airport for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

What’s the fastest layover option from Lagos to Zanzibar?

What’s the fastest layover option from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Lagos to Zanzibar?

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways from Lagos 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.

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