Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

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

$132

Safair

Direct flight

3h 35m

10/30/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar departs on 10/30/2025, is operated by Safair and costs $132

Cheapest round trip flight

$387

Ethiopian Airlines

1 transfer

18h 40m

10/17/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar departs on 10/17/2025, is operated by Ethiopian Airlines and costs $387

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

22h 30m

Direct flights count

5

Distance

2518km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between Johannesburg and Zanzibar is 2518km (1561 miles). The average flight duration is 22h 30m. There are 5 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

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Johannesburg to Zanzibar by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Johannesburg to Zanzibar is $188 (February 2026), while the maximum is $365 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $262–$273.

February 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$188

August 2026

Highest price

on average:

$365

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The Johannesburg — Zanzibar route is served by a wide range of airlines: 6 in total, including Air Tanzania, Safair, Qatar Airways, South African Airways, Airlink, and Kenya Airways. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $132. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Air Tanzania

Starting at $309

Safair

Starting at $132

Qatar Airways

Starting at $267

South African Airways

Starting at $274

Airlink

Starting at $336

Kenya Airways

Starting at $363

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.

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

10/30/2025

Departure

Direct flight

TC207

Starting at $309

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

11/13/2025

Departure

Direct flight

FA570

Starting at $219

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

01/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA570

Starting at $242

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

03/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA570

Starting at $279

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

10/16/2025

Departure

Direct flight

TC207

Starting at $334

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

12/18/2025

Departure

Direct flight

TC207

Starting at $386

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

12/23/2025

Departure

Direct flight

TC207

Starting at $581

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

01/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA570

Starting at $657

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

01/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA570

Starting at $571

Johannesburg — Zanzibar

JNB — ZNZ

02/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

TC207

Starting at $383

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:

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Johannesburg airports overview

JNB

O.R. Tambo International Airport

Airlines flying to this airport

$132

Starting at

$333

on average

Zanzibar airports overview

ZNZ

Zanzibar International Airport

Airlines flying to this airport

$132

Starting at

$333

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 Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

The cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to Zanzibar according to data for the last 48 hours costs $132

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

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

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

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

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

The fastest flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar start from 3 hours 35 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Johannesburg — Zanzibar: Air Tanzania, Safair

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Johannesburg 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.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

Alternative routes

Bloemfontein ➜ Zanzibar•Durban ➜ Zanzibar•Gaborone ➜ Zanzibar•Mmabatho ➜ Zanzibar•Maputo ➜ Zanzibar•Maseru ➜ Zanzibar•Manzini ➜ Zanzibar•Pretoria ➜ Zanzibar•Polokwane ➜ Zanzibar•Pietermaritzburg ➜ Zanzibar•Johannesburg ➜ Arusha•Johannesburg ➜ Dar Es Salaam•Johannesburg ➜ Dodoma•Johannesburg ➜ Iringa•Johannesburg ➜ Mombasa•Johannesburg ➜ Mbeya•Johannesburg ➜ Nairobi•Johannesburg ➜ Tabora•Johannesburg ➜ Tanga

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Cheapest one way flight

$132

Safair

Direct flight

3h 35m

10/30/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar departs on 10/30/2025, is operated by Safair and costs $132

Cheapest round trip flight

$387

Ethiopian Airlines

1 transfer

18h 40m

10/17/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar departs on 10/17/2025, is operated by Ethiopian Airlines and costs $387

The fastest flight