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Cheapest return flight
R9 139
Typical prices: R9 303-R12 096
Air Tanzania
Sun 18/3Wed 21/3
ZNZ - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
R13 924
Typical prices: R16 386-R16 386
Airlink
Tue 3/4Tue 10/4
ZNZ - CPT • Direct
Direct flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with Airlink. Average duration is 5h 30m
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg R10 459 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 11h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town (ZNZ-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zanzibar to Cape Town

Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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16:25 - 14:10ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 7:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
14h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam
R10 235Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Mon, Dec 7
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20:50 - 6:00ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:30 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
17h 30m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 285Kenya Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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11:35 - 13:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 00m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:20 - 16:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
25h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Dar Es Salaam
R10 451Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
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9:50 - 22:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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23:25 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
26h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 468Kenya Airways
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
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20:50 - 22:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 - 20:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 551Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 3
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20:50 - 13:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
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14:25 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 15m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 734Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1
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20:50 - 13:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:25 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
17h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 734Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Dec 4
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20:50 - 22:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 15m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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14:30 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 10m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 734Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1
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20:50 - 6:00ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
10h 10m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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7:20 - 20:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R10 734Kenya Airways
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
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7:30 - 17:45ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
11h 15m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls
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18:55 - 7:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 05m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R13 127Air Tanzania
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zanzibar to Cape Town flights

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How much is a return flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

Return flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town typically range from R9 303 to R12 096. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 139 on Air Tanzania.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town at R7 726 return.
•October (R15 619) and November (R11 382) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Zanzibar to Cape Town flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R5 899
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town

When to book flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zanzibar to Cape Town based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Zanzibar to Cape Town flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Zanzibar to Cape Town:

    • Earliest: departs at 15:15 and lands at 20:45
    • Latest: departs at 15:15 and lands at 20:45.

    The flight takes about 5h 30m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town.

  • How long is a flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    A direct flight from Zanzibar to Cape Town takes 5h 30m, covering 6 023 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Zanzibar to Cape Town flight?

    Return flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town range from R9 303 to R12 096, with an average of R10 056 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 303 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average R10 459 return via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO), compared with R16 386 for direct.

  • Have flight prices from Zanzibar to Cape Town changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R9 139 to R54 513. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Zanzibar to Cape Town looking right now?

    One-way fares from Zanzibar to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R6 188, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R444 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    Flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town usually depart from Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town pass through?

    One-stop flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 59% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Zanzibar to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R9 305 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R13 525, a difference of R4 220.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    Only Airlink operates flights between Zanzibar and Cape Town.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Zanzibar to Cape Town?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 25m, compared to 11h 39m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 15h 38m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

  • What is the time difference between Zanzibar and Cape Town?

    Cape Town is 1 hour behind Zanzibar (South Africa Time vs Eastern Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Zanzibar to Cape Town flights?

    Among airlines operating Zanzibar to Cape Town flights:

    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Zanzibar to Cape Town flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Zanzibar to Cape Town flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R9 305, which is about R4 220 less than Saturday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zanzibar to Cape Town trip for September. Fares historically average R7 726 return in that month – typically R7 893 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages R10 459 return on this route – about R5 927 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Zanzibar Intl to Cape Town Intl?

 
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