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$378+ Cheap flights from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ZNZ
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/1511:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/1812:05 pmZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/13$460
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/1611:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/225:00 pmZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/13$464
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/225:00 pmZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/14$466
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/1611:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 12/1812:05 pmZNZ - JNB
1 stop9h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/13$485
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Thu 12/1811:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
2 stops27h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 12/225:00 pmZNZ - JNB
1 stop11h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/13$548
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/1611:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
1 stop12h 55mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/235:00 pmZNZ - JNB
1 stop28h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/13$550
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/251:35 amJNB - ZNZ
1 stop17h 25mKenya Airways
Mon 12/294:40 amZNZ - JNB
1 stop12h 10mKenya Airways
Deal found 12/13$573
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:00 pmJNB - ZNZ
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2910:40 pmZNZ - JNB
2 stops13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$629

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) 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 December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$459
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$378
(Air Tanzania)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$527

Good round-trip deal

$580 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar that are best for you.

Fly from

OR Tambo

Fly to

Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/23

8:20 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 1/28

4:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$473

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/11

3:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 1/12

6:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$501

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/8

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 1/14

6:40 pm-2:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$501

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 5/6

6:40 pm-2:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$501

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/8

4:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 1/18

6:40 pm-2:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$501

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/15

2:30 pm-3:30 am

2 stops12h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 2/25

4:20 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$548

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/27

11:00 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 2/3

5:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop11h 55m

$556

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/29

11:00 pm-10:50 am

1 stop10h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 2/5

5:00 pm-3:55 am

1 stop11h 55m

$556

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/9

8:20 am-3:30 am

2 stops18h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 1/16

12:05 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$592

JohannesburgZanzibar

JNB - ZNZ

JNBZNZ

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/28

2:15 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$378

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Compare providers for flights from OR Tambo 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 OR Tambo to Zanzibar in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Zanzibar flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Zanzibar flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Zanzibar flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-Zanzibar flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from OR Tambo with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, you should look to book at least 60 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of $228). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 JNB to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo 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 December 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

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 December 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, such as FlySafair, RwandAir, and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
118 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
RwandAir
7.7
Good
37 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
908 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
287 reviews
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
118 reviews

Entertainment

5.9

Food

6.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
10.0
Excellent

Vanessa,Nov 2025

PLZ - CPT

Fast efficiently seated. Refreshment options good, fairly priced and swiftly served.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar, you will be flying into Zanzibar Intl. Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) is just 4.4 mi from the center of the city. Zanzibar Intl is the only Zanzibar airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 5 airlines have flights to Zanzibar Intl from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    RwandAir and Ethiopian Air can get you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in just under 9h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1554 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar round-trip from $311. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are FlySafair, from $321, and Kenya Airways, from $367. Ethiopian Air is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    On average you can expect to pay $986 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar. The cheapest flight overall is $244 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Zanzibar Intl) is currently priced at $463.

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar (average of $228). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$311Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
FlySafairCheapest$322Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$367Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
RwandAirCheapest$395Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air TanzaniaCheapest$440Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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