Cheap Flights from Cairo to Zanzibar Starting at $282

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Cheapest flights from Cairo to Zanzibar

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Cairo to Zanzibar. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$282

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
1 transfer
17h 25m
12/08/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Cairo to Zanzibar departs on 12/08/2025, is operated by Qatar Airways and costs $282

Cheapest round trip flight

$549

EgyptAir
EgyptAir
2 transfers
1d 13h 35m
11/15/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Cairo to Zanzibar departs on 11/15/2025, is operated by EgyptAir and costs $549

The fastest flight

7h 30m

Fastest flight from Cairo to Zanzibar takes 7h 30m

Direct flights

No direct flights

There are no direct flights on this route.

Distance

4125km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Cairo and Zanzibar is 4125km (2558 miles). The time difference between Cairo and Zanzibar is 1h .

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Airfare from Cairo to Zanzibar by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar

September 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$292
August 2025
Highest price
on average:
$378
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Cairo — Zanzibar route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways

Starting at $303

Oman Air
Oman Air

Starting at $358

Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines

Starting at $396

Royal Jordanian
Royal Jordanian

Starting at $920

Direct Flights from Cairo to Zanzibar

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

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Schedule of direct flights from Cairo to Zanzibar

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Cairo to Zanzibar:

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Cairo airports overview

CAI
Cairo International Airport
+2
Air Arabia
Oman Air
Qatar Airways
Airlines flying to this airport
$282
Starting at
$340-24%
on average
SPX
Giza Sphinx
Flydubai
Airlines flying to this airport
$420
Starting at
$420
on average

Zanzibar airports overview

ZNZ
Zanzibar International Airport
+3
Air Arabia
Oman Air
Qatar Airways
Airlines flying to this airport
$282
Starting at
$343
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Cairo to Zanzibar?

The cheapest flight ticket from Cairo to Zanzibar according to data for the last 48 hours costs $282

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Cairo — Zanzibar?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Cairo to Zanzibar is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar can be found flying in these months: September, July, January.

How long does it take to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar?

The fastest flights from Cairo to Zanzibar start from 7 hours 30 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Cairo to Zanzibar?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Cairo — Zanzibar:

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Cairo to Zanzibar

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

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