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Flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City

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Zanzibar
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Cheap flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City

Below you can see the best deals on flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 28 July, from $188.

Top 10 cheap flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City

Direct flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City

Direct flight options for Nairobi — Zanzibar City with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Kenya Airways — travel time is 1 h 20 min.

Top 10 direct flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City

About the Nairobi — Zanzibar City flight

On this page, you can find and buy flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City. The distance between the cities is 600 km, and flight frequency reaches about 28 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure option.

Flights are operated by KQ, PW, and TC airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart and calendar to select the best offer. Additionally, you should review information on how to get to the airport in Nairobi and ways from Zanzibar airport ahead of time.

Return route:return route: flights Zanzibar City → Nairobi

Flight schedule Nairobi — Zanzibar City

The table shows direct flights Nairobi → Zanzibar City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by Kenya Airways, Precisionair, FLEX FLIGHT APS and Air Tanzania. Departures from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport airports, arrivals at Zanzibar International Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Nairobi — Zanzibar City

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Nairobi — Zanzibar City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $177 in b, and the most expensive are around $387 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Nairobi → Zanzibar City, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
Jan$314highMay$218lowSep$287medium
Feb$287mediumJun$259mediumOct$259medium
Mar$232lowJul$341highNov$246low
Apr$205lowAug$328highDec$328high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The hottest month in Zanzibar City is February, with temperatures reaching up to 29.7°C, while rainfall peaks in April, which sees up to 28 rainy days. For a comfortable trip, it is best to choose the period from July to September when dry weather prevails.

The lowest flight costs are recorded in November and December, with tickets starting $177. Currently, the most expensive month to plan a trip is May, when prices rise $387.

August is considered the ideal compromise between cost and climate: the weather remains dry during this time, and ticket prices start $178. It is advisable to avoid flying in April due to the extreme amount of precipitation.

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How to get the best deal on a Nairobi — Zanzibar City ticket

  • Look for tickets from Precision Air (PW) and Kenya Airways (KQ), as they offer the highest frequency of flights on this route.
  • Use the low-price calendar on this page to find the best deals, as ticket prices can vary significantly even for neighboring dates.
  • When booking flights with local airlines, check the carry-on baggage allowance in advance, as rules on short routes can be stricter than on transcontinental flights.
  • Since the distance on this route is only 600 km, direct flights are always preferable to connections—they save time and are often more affordable.

Airlines

There are 4 airlines operating on the Nairobi — Zanzibar City route, with Kenya Airways (KQ) and Air Tanzania (TC) being the primary carriers. Most flights are direct, ensuring the shortest possible travel time. You can find the current flight schedule by day of the week and detailed information about each operator's flights in the list below.

  • Kenya Airways
    Kenya AirwaysKQ
    16x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 342.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight NBO → ZNZ16x/week
      Duration
      1h 20m
      Days
      un,MonS
    57.8%Open →
  • Precisionair
    PrecisionairPW
    7x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 9400k pax/year
    • Direct flight NBO → ZNZ7x/week
      Duration
      2h 11m
      Days
      un,MonS
    26.5%Open →
  • FLEX FLIGHT APS
    FLEX FLIGHT APSW2
    3x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 13
    • Direct flight WIL → ZNZ3x/week
      Duration
      2h 28m
      Days
      un,MonS
    12.0%Open →
  • Air Tanzania
    Air TanzaniaTC
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 151.1M pax/year
    • Direct flight NBO → ZNZ1x/week
      Duration
      1h 20m
      Days
      un,MonS
    3.6%Open →

Cities and airports on the Nairobi — Zanzibar City route

Flights Nairobi — Zanzibar City depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airport and arrive at Zanzibar International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Nairobi

NBO
Kenya
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Kenya
Arrival

Zanzibar City

ZNZ
Tanzania
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Tanzania
Departure airports
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Frequently asked questions about the Nairobi — Zanzibar City flight

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

The distance between the cities is 600 km. A direct flight usually takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by carriers such as Kenya Airways, Precision Air, Air Tanzania, and FlexFlight. There are approximately 28 departures per week in total.

Are there direct flights between the cities?

Yes, most flights on this route are direct, making the journey as fast and convenient as possible for passengers.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Flight prices change constantly based on demand and seasonality. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Flights arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), which serves Zanzibar City and is the main air gateway to the archipelago.

Where else you can fly from Nairobi

Mombasa
Mombasa∙15 July
$58
Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam∙6 July
$136
Kisumu
Kisumu∙5 July
$81
Entebbe
Entebbe∙13 July
$232
Johannesburg
Johannesburg∙3 July
$225
Kigali
Kigali∙17 July
$405
Dubai
Dubai∙28 June
$304
Ukunda
Ukunda∙29 June
$73
Doha
Doha∙6 July
$294
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa∙17 July
$450
London
London∙6 July
$342

Where else you can fly to Zanzibar City from

Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam∙27 June
$34
Arusha
Arusha∙5 July
$134
Dubai
Dubai∙12 July
$232
Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro∙8 July
$128
Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa∙13 July
$521