Cheap flights from Pemba
Air service to Pemba Island is provided through Wawi Airport, located 25 kilometers from the city center. The route network includes key regional connections, allowing travelers to move easily within the archipelago. The most popular and frequent destination is the flight to Zanzibar City, with 21 flights operating weekly.
Two airlines operate passenger services from this region, providing reliable connections to the mainland and neighboring islands. The leader in terms of departures is Flex Flight APS, while the national carrier Air Tanzania also operates flights. Below on this page, you will find city cards with convenient interest-based filters to help you choose the right route for your further travels across Tanzania.
Pemba — Zanzibar City
Flight insights from Pemba
Data-driven trends for direct flights from Pemba — how often airlines fly, where they go, and typical fares and flight times.
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes from Pemba range from Zanzibar City at $51 to Istanbul at $645 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $51
- Johannesburgfrom $379
- Istanbulfrom $645
Cheapest destinations
The cheapest destinations from Pemba right now are Zanzibar City from $51, Johannesburg from $379 and Istanbul from $645.
- Zanzibar Cityfrom $51
- Johannesburgfrom $379
- Istanbulfrom $645
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight from Pemba is to Amsterdam at about 9h 41m, followed by Paris (9h 27m) and Frankfurt am Main (9h 13m).
- Amsterdam9h 41m
- Paris9h 27m
- Frankfurt am Main9h 13m
- Milan8h 40m
- Rome8h 3m
Popular destinations from Pemba
Tanzania
Kenya
United Arab Emirates
Rwanda
South Africa
Turkey
Qatar
Italy
Uganda
United Arab Emirates
France
Ethiopia
Italy
Netherlands
Israel
Germany
Oman Sultanate Of
MoldovaFrequently asked questions
- How many destinations are available from Pemba?
- Currently, there is regular air service from Pemba to one key destination. The primary route connects the island with important transport and tourism hubs in the region.
- What are the most popular destinations from Pemba?
- The highest demand is for flights to Zanzibar City, with 21 flights operating weekly. This route is a priority for both business travel and tourist trips between the islands of the archipelago.
- How many airlines fly from Pemba?
- Two airlines operate flights from the city. The bulk of the air traffic is handled by Flex Flight APS and Air Tanzania, offering passengers various flight options to suit their schedules.
- Which airports serve Pemba?
- The main aviation hub is Wawi Airport (PMA). It is located 25 km from Pemba city center, providing convenient access to flights for residents and visitors to the island.
- How to find cheap flights from Pemba?
- To find the best fares, it is recommended to book tickets several months before departure. It is also helpful to compare offers from different carriers and keep an eye on seasonal changes in airline schedules.
- When is the best time to buy plane tickets from Pemba?
- The optimal time to purchase is considered to be 4–8 weeks before the planned travel date. During this period, carriers often offer balanced prices before peak demand begins.