On this page, you can find and book flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar City. The distance between these points is 2,515 km, and regular air service includes approximately 4 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by airlines FA, 4Z, and TC. Since ticket prices depend on many factors, we recommend using the low-price calendar and trend chart, as well as checking the information on how to get to the airport of departure and how to get from the airport to your destination.
The table shows direct flights Johannesburg → Zanzibar City on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 6 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by FlySafair, Airlink and Air Tanzania. Departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International 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.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Johannesburg — Zanzibar City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 900 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,062 in n. 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.
Johannesburg → Zanzibar City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,627 | high | May | AED 1,193 | low | Sep | AED 1,554 | high |
| Feb | AED 1,371 | medium | Jun | AED 1,516 | high | Oct | AED 1,410 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,299 | medium | Jul | AED 1,627 | high | Nov | AED 1,299 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,227 | low | Aug | AED 1,660 | high | Dec | AED 1,699 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Zanzibar City is characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year. The hottest month is March, with an average high of 29.8°C, while the rainiest period occurs in April, when the majority of precipitation falls.
The most affordable flights are offered in November, with prices starting AED 912. Peak prices are recorded in March, when a flight will cost AED 1,240.
The optimal time for a trip is from July to September: this period features minimal rainfall and moderate prices starting AED 926. It is best to avoid flying in April due to prolonged tropical downpours.
There are 3 airlines operating on this route, with Airlink and Air Tanzania being the primary carriers. Connections between the cities are provided via both direct flights and connecting options, running approximately 4 times a week. A detailed schedule and information for each available flight are presented in the interactive cards below.
Flights Johannesburg — Zanzibar City depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International 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 approximately 2,515 km. The estimated travel time for a direct flight is about 3 hours.
Regular air service is provided by Airlink (4Z), Air Tanzania (TC), and FA.
Yes, direct flights are operated on this route, with a frequency of approximately 4 flights per week.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on demand. You can find the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Johannesburg arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, which serves the island of Zanzibar.
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