Cheap Flights from Zanzibar to Cairo

Cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Cairo

Compare fares and flight options for Zanzibar — Cairo. Prices can change; check availability when searching.

Cheapest one way flight

$243

AIR CAIRO

1 layover

20h 30m

11/12/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar to Cairo departs on 11/12/2026, is operated by AIR CAIRO and costs $243

Cheapest round trip flight

$594

Qatar Airways

1 layover

2d 7h 50m

11/13/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Zanzibar to Cairo departs on 11/13/2026, is operated by Qatar Airways and costs $594

Fastest option found

5h 55m

Fastest flight from Zanzibar to Cairo takes 5h 55m

Weekdays with direct offers

3 days

Direct offers were found on these weekdays: Mo, Th, and Sa.

Average direct flight duration

5h 55m

Earliest departure found

4:10 AM

Latest departure found

6:40 PM

Straight-line city distance

4126km

The average outbound duration among direct offers for Zanzibar to Cairo is 5h 55m. The found offers from Zanzibar to Cairo depart between 4:10 AM and 6:40 PM, in the origin city’s time zone. The straight-line distance between Zanzibar and Cairo is 4126km.

Direct-flight weekdays and the fastest option are based on the offers found.

Duration and departure times are based on found offers, not the full schedule. Times use the origin city’s time zone.

Airfare from Zanzibar to Cairo by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Zanzibar to Cairo is $268 (December 2026), while the maximum is $448 (February 2027). On average, a ticket costs $333–$345.

December 2026

Lowest price

Lowest price:

$268

February 2027

Highest price

Lowest price:

$448

Lowest price

Price dynamics

Flight costs from Zanzibar to Cairo climb toward the middle of the period, then start to drop. By choosing the right dates, you can save noticeably.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Prices rise from December 2026 to February 2027 (+67%), then decline from February 2027 to March 2027 (22%). The cheapest tickets are in December 2026–January 2027 (averaging $293), while the priciest are in February 2027–March 2027 ($398).

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for December 2026–January 2027 — you could save up to 26%. Try to avoid February 2027–March 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 19%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Airlines operating on route

The ticket selection for Zanzibar — Cairo features EgyptAir, AIR CAIRO, Qatar Airways, Precision Air, Oman Air, and HOP!. It includes 6 airlines; the lowest fare found is $243.

starting at $378

starting at $243

starting at $359

starting at $438

starting at $450

starting at $501

Non-stop flights from Zanzibar to Cairo

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

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

11/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $378

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

01/14/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/01/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/18/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

11/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $387

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/11/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $387

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

01/16/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $387

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

03/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $392

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

01/11/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $394

Direct flight offers from Zanzibar to Cairo

Direct offers from Zanzibar to Cairo were found for these airlines: EgyptAir: Mo, Th, and Sa.

Weekdays and prices come from the offers found. This is not a complete schedule; availability and flight frequency can change.

EgyptAir

Mo, Th, and Sa

starting at $378

Zanzibar airports overview

Zanzibar International Airport

ZNZ

Cairo airports overview

Cairo International Airport

CAI

Primary international gateway to Cairo, Egypt, handling domestic and long‑haul flights; serves business travelers and tourists bound for the city center and nearby Giza pyramids.

Giza Sphinx

SPX

50km

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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

What is the cheapest price for flights from Zanzibar to Cairo?

The cheapest flight ticket from Zanzibar to Cairo according to data for the last 48 hours costs $243

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

The lowest prices in the available monthly data for Zanzibar — Cairo are in: December, January, March. Prices can change.

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

The shortest duration among the offers found for Zanzibar — Cairo is 5 hours 55 minutes, including connections if present.

Which airline can fly direct from Zanzibar to Cairo?

Direct flight offers from Zanzibar to Cairo were found for: EgyptAir

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Zanzibar to Cairo

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.

Zanzibar — Cairo

December 12

AIR CAIRO

$297

Alternative routes

Arusha ➜ Cairo Dar Es Salaam ➜ Cairo Dodoma ➜ Cairo Iringa ➜ Cairo Mombasa ➜ Cairo Mbeya ➜ Cairo Nairobi ➜ Cairo Tabora ➜ Cairo Tanga ➜ Cairo Zanzibar ➜ Alexandria Zanzibar ➜ Amman Zanzibar ➜ Aswan Zanzibar ➜ Beirut Zanzibar ➜ Damascus Zanzibar ➜ Haifa Zanzibar ➜ Luxor Zanzibar ➜ Tel Aviv-Yafo

Price dynamics

Flight costs from Zanzibar to Cairo climb toward the middle of the period, then start to drop. By choosing the right dates, you can save noticeably.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

For savings, plan your flight for December 2026–January 2027 — you could save up to 26%. Try to avoid February 2027–March 2027 when possible: prices are at their highest then.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 19%. Costs depend heavily on the season, so flexibility in choosing your departure month is especially valuable here.

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

11/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $378

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

01/14/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/01/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/18/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $379

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

11/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $387

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

02/11/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $387

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

01/16/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $387

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

03/04/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $392

Zanzibar — Cairo

ZNZ — CAI

01/11/2027

Departure

Direct flight

MS820

starting at $394

What is the cheapest price for flights from Zanzibar to Cairo?

The cheapest flight ticket from Zanzibar to Cairo according to data for the last 48 hours costs $243

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

The lowest prices in the available monthly data for Zanzibar — Cairo are in: December, January, March. Prices can change.

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

The shortest duration among the offers found for Zanzibar — Cairo is 5 hours 55 minutes, including connections if present.

Which airline can fly direct from Zanzibar to Cairo?

Direct flight offers from Zanzibar to Cairo were found for: EgyptAir

Cheapest one way flight

$243

AIR CAIRO

1 layover

20h 30m

11/12/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar to Cairo departs on 11/12/2026, is operated by AIR CAIRO and costs $243

Cheapest round trip flight

$594

Qatar Airways

1 layover

2d 7h 50m

11/13/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Zanzibar to Cairo departs on 11/13/2026, is operated by Qatar Airways and costs $594

Fastest option found

5h 55m

Fastest flight from Zanzibar to Cairo takes 5h 55m

Weekdays with direct offers

3 days

Direct offers were found on these weekdays: Mo, Th, and Sa.

Average direct flight duration

5h 55m

Earliest departure found

4:10 AM

Latest departure found

6:40 PM

Straight-line city distance

4126km

Direct-flight weekdays and the fastest option are based on the offers found.

Duration and departure times are based on found offers, not the full schedule. Times use the origin city’s time zone.

Cheap Flights from Zanzibar to Cairo

Compare airlines, prices, and flight durations for your trip

Cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Cairo

Cheapest one way flight

$243

AIR CAIRO

1 layover

20h 30m

11/12/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$594

Qatar Airways

1 layover

2d 7h 50m

11/13/2026

Fastest option found

5h 55m

Weekdays with direct offers

3 days

Average direct flight duration

5h 55m

Earliest departure found

4:10 AM

Latest departure found

6:40 PM

Straight-line city distance

4126km

Airfare from Zanzibar to Cairo by month

December 2026

Lowest price:

$268

February 2027

Lowest price:

$448

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Airlines operating on route

Non-stop flights from Zanzibar to Cairo

Direct flight offers from Zanzibar to Cairo

Zanzibar airports overview

Zanzibar International Airport

Cairo airports overview

Cairo International Airport

Giza Sphinx

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Zanzibar to Cairo

Alternative routes

December 2026

Lowest price:

$268

February 2027

Lowest price:

$448

Price dynamics

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Best time to buy

Price predictability

Zanzibar International Airport

Cairo International Airport

Giza Sphinx

Cheapest one way flight

$243

AIR CAIRO

1 layover

20h 30m

11/12/2026

Cheapest round trip flight

$594

Qatar Airways

1 layover

2d 7h 50m

11/13/2026

Fastest option found

5h 55m

Weekdays with direct offers

3 days

Average direct flight duration

5h 55m