Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar Starting at $119

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg 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

$119

Safair
Safair
Direct flight
3h 35m
05/15/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar departs on 05/15/2025, is operated by Safair and costs $119

Cheapest round trip flight

$326

Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines
1 transfer
20h 25m
05/11/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar departs on 05/11/2025, is operated by Ethiopian Airlines and costs $326

The fastest flight

3h 35m

Fastest flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar takes 3h 35m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Tu, Th, and Sa

Earliest flight

9:00 AM

Latest flight

8:15 PM

Average flight duration

4h 28m

Direct flights count

3

Distance

2518km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Johannesburg and Zanzibar is 2518km (1561 miles). The average flight duration is 4h 28m. There are 3 direct flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. The time difference between Johannesburg and Zanzibar is 1h . Flights from Johannesburg begin at 9:00 AM. The latest flight from Johannesburg departs at 8:15 PM.

Airfare from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Zanzibar

May 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$187
July 2025
Highest price
on average:
$286
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

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

Starting at $124

Starting at $197

Starting at $234

Starting at $257

Direct Flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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

Schedule of direct flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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

Safair

Safair

Th and Sa

Starting at $187

Johannesburg airports overview

Zanzibar airports overview

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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Special offers and sales on air tickets from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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Alternative routes

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