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Cheapest return fare
R7 810
Typical prices: R6 054-R8 712
FlySafair
Sat 1/8Thu 6/8
JNB - ZNZ • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
R3 610
Typical prices: R3 150-R6 021
FlySafair
Tue 25/8
JNB - ZNZ • Direct
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Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun
You can fly direct with FlySafair, Air Tanzania, and Airlink. Average duration is 3h 33m
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Cheapest • Avg R7 791 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 01m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar (JNB-ZNZ)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Sat, Aug 1 - Thu, Aug 6
FlySafair Logo
9:00 - 13:35
JNB
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ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
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1:50 - 4:40
ZNZ
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JNB
3h 50mdirect
R7 810FlySafair
Thu, Jul 16 - Thu, Jul 23
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20:15 - 0:50
JNB
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ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
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1:50 - 4:40
ZNZ
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JNB
3h 50mdirect
R7 826FlySafair
Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Aug 27
FlySafair Logo
9:00 - 13:35
JNB
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ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
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1:50 - 4:40
ZNZ
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JNB
3h 50mdirect
R7 843FlySafair
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4
FlySafair Logo
9:00 - 13:35
JNB
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ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
FlySafair Logo
14:35 - 17:25
ZNZ
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JNB
3h 50mdirect
R7 859FlySafair
Sun, Oct 18 - Mon, Oct 26
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14:15 - 13:30
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ZNZ
22h 15m
1 stop
Air Tanzania Logo
16:40 - 13:15
ZNZ
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JNB
21h 35m
1 stop
R7 875Air Tanzania
Sun, Aug 30 - Wed, Sep 2
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14:15 - 21:30
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ZNZ
6h 15m
1 stop
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22:00 - 13:15
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JNB
16h 15m
1 stop
R7 892Air Tanzania
Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23
Air Tanzania Logo
14:15 - 14:30
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ZNZ
23h 15m
1 stop
Air Tanzania Logo
18:00 - 13:15
ZNZ
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JNB
20h 15m
1 stop
R7 908Air Tanzania
Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20
FlySafair Logo
20:15 - 0:50
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ZNZ
3h 35mdirect
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1:50 - 4:40
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3h 50mdirect
R7 925FlySafair
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24
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14:15 - 21:30
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ZNZ
6h 15m
1 stop
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22:00 - 13:15
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16h 15m
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R7 941Air Tanzania
Mon, Sep 7 - Mon, Sep 14
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14:15 - 7:00
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ZNZ
15h 45m
1 stop
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17:30 - 13:15
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20h 45m
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KAYAK's insights & trends for OR Tambo to Zanzibar flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Johannesburg to Zanzibar, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Zanzibar back to Johannesburg, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar is September, where tickets cost R7 186 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R8 975 and R8 401 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of R8 575, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMay
Cheapest flightR3 610
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights

  • Are there lounges at Zanzibar International Airport?

    There are only airport lounges at the Zanzibar International Airport. These include lounges with pay-per-use and single visit pass access or lounge memberships. Regardless of the class you’re flying, you can access a lounge through a membership program. One of the lounges you can use is the Paradise Arrival Business Lounge which is located in Terminal 2, Airside on the ground floor. This serves arriving flights only and is open 24 hours. To access the lounge, you need a pre-paid lounge pass or a membership program. You can also use the Dhow Lounge located in Terminal 2 in International Departures, Airside. The lounge access also requires a prepaid lounge pass or membership programs.

  • Does Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport offer disabled access?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport offers 6 terminals for Domestic, International, and Transit flights. All these terminals are equipped with facilities for disabled access. If you need assistance with wheelchair access or any other disabilities, contact the airline before travelling. In the terminal building, porter services and baggage trolleys are available in the drop-off zones. The terminals, which were refurbished before the 2010 World Cup, have wheelchair ramps throughout and travellators for minimal walking. Also, there are adapted lifts if you need travel between floors, some equipped with Braille signs.  

  • How many flights are there between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Zanzibar per day?

    Each day, there are between 1 and 2 direct flights that take off from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and land in Zanzibar, with an average flight time of 3h 33m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 29% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar was R3 610 for a one-way ticket and R7 810 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    When flying out of Johannesburg you will be using Johannesburg OR Tambo. You will be landing at Zanzibar, also known as Zanzibar Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Johannesburg to Zanzibar flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Johannesburg and Zanzibar, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    You can catch a direct flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar, Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of R7 929 and an overall rating of 6,7, Kenya Airways is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R7 490 and an overall rating of 7,2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zanzibar from Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Zanzibar with an airline and back to Johannesburg with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zanzibar from Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R4 448 or less one-way and R8 090 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re travelling from Johannesburg to Zanzibar, you can travel via Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). OR Tambo airport is served by airlines like KLM, Cemair, Etihad, Emirates and Virgin Atlantic.
  • For your spiritual needs, you can use the prayer room/chapel at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport located on Terminal B Level 2. The Muslim Prayer Room is at Terminal A in the Arrivals Hall, in the basement.
  • When you arrive at Zanzibar International Airport, you can use the children’s play area, Airside by Gate 11 to keep your kids active.

Prefer to fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl

Tuesday

Air Tanzania,FlySafair

Air Tanzania,FlySafair

Wednesday

Airlink

Airlink

Thursday

Air Tanzania,FlySafair

Air Tanzania,FlySafair

Saturday

FlySafair

FlySafair

Sunday

Airlink

Airlink

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Direct returns

Zanzibar Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo

Monday

Airlink

Airlink

Tuesday

FlySafair

FlySafair

Thursday

Airlink

Airlink

Friday

FlySafair

FlySafair

Saturday

FlySafair

FlySafair

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Zanzibar

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Johannesburg to Zanzibar. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from OR Tambo to Zanzibar? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,2
FlySafairOverall score based on 131 reviews
7,7Comfort
8,5Crew
8,3Boarding
6,5Food
6,0Entertainment
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A snack was advertised on my booking but when they came around I was told that is wrong. I wanted juice so I had to pay for it. I flew business class and was unable to book a business class seat on the website. Lucky there was still one available when I checked in at the airport.

10,0 ExcellentGwendolyn, May 2026
CPT - JNB
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A snack was advertised on my booking but when they came around I was told that is wrong. I wanted juice so I had to pay for it. I flew business class and was unable to book a business class seat on the website. Lucky there was still one available when I checked in at the airport.

I love FlySafair! PUNCTUALITY is what they do best, and thier schedule is so flexible, how they've structured Departure slots, one can decide to leave any time of the day. I am a coffee lover, I was astonished with their partnership with Boottleggers to allow us have specialty coffee on board, so wonderful.

Seats are very narrow. Boarding was delayed. The R85 voucher is insufficient for a wine and mixed nuts. Needs to be increased for "business class".

Don’t waist money on priority. Changed the gates. Then let everyone through while priority row was twice as long. Got sooner to my seat jumping to the end of the line

Old planes and lack of attention to detail. Horrible experience.

Very good experience considering that is low cost company. Good value for money.

Great airline. Will use again. Keep up the great work though and maintain your customer retention. And please keep an eye on the bottom line and stay in business for decades to come and grow from strength to strength.

For the first time ever we had a grumpy check in agent. I got told off for not having a lock on my bag and she looked seriously put out that we were checking in as a group of 7. Very unusual as I fly regularly with Safair and all the staff have always been super friendly.

Seats are small. But I guess that will not change on my behalf. Otherwise their service is great.

Loved our Cabin Crew you could tell they enjoyed there job. The Chief Stuart was a delight. What a great way to start our day with such a positive company.

Because of the long lay over hour, Rwand Air offered a free hotel accomodation and transport. This was highly appreciate d

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

The crew members were just okay ,but the food and entertainment need to be improved

No properly information for gat at Tanzania airport, on board written c7 so we were waiting c7 gate, suddenly our name is announce that gate c9 is waiting for us, so thats pooorrr communication

As I have already sent the messages to the head of Air Tanzania regarding the money they made us take at the airport it is pure scam they took more than $300 so that he let us enter the plane and the reason because we have Burundian passports! For foreigners I strongly advise you not to trust this agency

The airline cancelled my flight and as a result I had to book thru another airline. Furthermore, I forfeited $20 with kayak.

The following is a review for a flight from Johannesburg to Washington, DC with a connection at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and refueling landing at Rome, Italy. The flight was provided by Ethiopian Airlines. There were two of us: me and my wife on this flight. Everything was on time. Enough legroom between the seats, I was able to stretch my legs and sleep for at least some time during the 14 hour second flight (19 hours in total for both flights). Very decent meals that included two lunches and one breakfast on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington and one lunch on the flight from Johannesburg to Addis Ababa. The lunch choices were beef, chicken and fish, I think the vegetarian option was available as well, accompanied with beans. The breakfast was a choice between egg and pancake, accompanied with a fruit salad. The egg breakfast was awesome, it came with a scrambled egg and a sausage. However, my wife mentioned unusual taste of the pancake breakfast meal, by all means those were not pancakes. What wasn't good: Externally initiated commercials on the infosystem screens, you couldn't turn the screen off. These commercials were accompanied by loud and annoying music, transmitted through the entire cabin. Obviously, there was no escape from this music as well. Additional moment: on the flight from Addis Ababa to Washington, DC, we landed at Rome for refueling. This was totally fine and it was in the flight itinerary. But, the flight attendant asked me to straighten the seat while we were at the steady position during the refueling. I can't rationalize this order except that some people just like to be a boss of some kind. Keeping the light lit in the economy cabin while keeping it dimmed in the first class also didn't improve my and my wife's feelings. Overall, the services were very good and the flight, despite its longevity, went on very smoothly.

They only gave us 30 minutes to make an international connecting flight. We didn’t make the connection but they did do a good job rebooking us despite the chaos. Our bags didn’t make it back and their process for customer support is pretty bad when it comes to luggage.

It was an old aircraft, stiff seats almost wooden chairs with thin cushions. Food was ok.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

My entertainment screen wasn't working and they couldn't fix it.

It is just ok, the sits are very uncomfortable, the temperature too low and there weren’t blankets. The food is mediocre and there are no screens to watch movies.

I've never been served three bread courses in a single meal before. Was really impressed by the novelty of that.

Horrible airline that charged me $300 for my luggage saying my bag was excess luggage when that flight was super empty. Absolutely ridiculous never flying with them ever again!

Overall good experience but for long distances there really needs to be more room.

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

Seats were great. Business class service has been cut entirely, not even a water handed out

Staff and service on board is always exemplary. Food however could be better.

My flight from Nairobi to nyc. My seat made noise and moved around. The two toilets in the back didn’t work well cause you didn’t know if someone was in there cause the light didn’t work. The bathroom doors didn’t lock well either, so I walked in on someone. The crew wasn’t quick or super helpful. When I went to get something they were chatting and they would look at me, continue on with their conversation and finally I would interrupt to get a drink.

Few movies to choose from. They did not board by zone

They should improve their time management and how to reschedule flights in order to avoid long stopovers

The boarding process was smooth and the seat quite comfortable. The snack served was tasty. There could have been better entertainment options available. The crew was quite courteous and friendly.

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