On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Helsinki to Zanzibar City. The distance between the departure and destination points is 7,461 km, and flights operate regularly with convenient connections.
Flights on this route are provided by airlines such as Finnair and Qatar Airways. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price chart and checking the information on how to get to Helsinki airport and from Zanzibar airport to the city.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Helsinki — Zanzibar City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 1,562 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 3,014 in e. 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.
Helsinki → Zanzibar City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 3,340 | high | May | AED 2,243 | low | Sep | AED 2,625 | medium |
| Feb | AED 2,768 | medium | Jun | AED 2,959 | high | Oct | AED 2,577 | medium |
| Mar | AED 2,386 | low | Jul | AED 3,150 | high | Nov | AED 2,481 | medium |
| Apr | AED 2,147 | low | Aug | AED 3,054 | high | Dec | AED 3,436 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest period in Zanzibar City is considered to be March, with maximum temperatures reaching 29.8°C, while the rainiest month is April, which sees 358.1 mm of precipitation. July and August bring the driest season, making this a comfortable time to fly.
Minimum flight prices are recorded in September, starting AED 2,132. In October, there is a significant increase in flight costs, with fares starting AED 3,015.
September is the optimal choice, as it combines affordable ticket costs with favorable weather conditions. It is recommended to avoid April due to peak humidity and frequent heavy rain.
Leading global carriers operate on the route from Finland to Tanzania, with the primary ones being Finnair, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines. There are no direct flights between these cities, so most journeys involve one or two transfers at major aviation hubs. To check the schedule and choose the most convenient connection, please see the detailed list of airlines below.
Flights Helsinki — Zanzibar City depart from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and arrive at Zanzibar International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 7,461 km. Net flying time is approximately 9 hours, but including necessary transfers, the total travel time usually ranges from 13 to 18 hours.
Regular flights are operated by major international carriers, including Finnair, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Lufthansa.
Currently, there are no direct scheduled flights from Helsinki. All routes involve one or more connections, most often in Doha or Istanbul.
Ticket prices are constantly changing depending on the season and demand. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
Arrivals are at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), which serves Zanzibar City and the entire island.
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