A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
Schedule of direct flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town:
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Cheapest one way flight
$318
Safair
1 transfer
21h 30m
01/22/2026
The cheapest one-way flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town departs on 01/22/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $318
Cheapest round trip flight
$640
Ethiopian Airlines
1 transfer
1d 14h 35m
01/30/2026
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town departs on 01/30/2026, is operated by Ethiopian Airlines and costs $640
The fastest flight
9h 15m
Fastest flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town takes 9h 15m
Direct flights
No direct flights
There are no direct flights on this route.
Average flight duration
10h 49m
Distance
3744km
Timezone difference
1h
The distance between Zanzibar and Cape Town is 3744km (2321 miles). The average flight duration is 10h 49m. The time difference between Zanzibar and Cape Town is 1h
February 2026
Lowest price
on average:
$348
November 2025
Highest price
on average:
$427
Avg Price
The route Zanzibar — Cape Town is served by many carriers — 5 in total, including Safair, Air Tanzania, Precision Air, HOP!, and Ethiopian Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $318) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.
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How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Zanzibar to Cape Town?
The cheapest flight ticket from Zanzibar to Cape Town according to data for the last 48 hours costs $318
When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Zanzibar — Cape Town?
Often the best time to buy tickets from Zanzibar to Cape Town is 2 months before departure.
When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town?
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town can be found flying in these months: February, March, January.
How long does it take to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town?
The fastest flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town start from 9 hours 15 minutes in the air.
Which airline can fly direct from Zanzibar to Cape Town?
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Zanzibar — Cape Town:
In different months, ticket prices from Zanzibar to Cape Town vary: minimum — $348 (February 2026), maximum — $427 (November 2025). Typically, the flight costs $391–$795.
