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Cheapest return flight
R8 665
Typical prices: R9 085-R10 222
Air Tanzania
Thu 1/11Thu 8/11
ZNZ - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 133
Typical prices: R6 361-R8 338
Air Tanzania
Mon 10/12
ZNZ - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with Airlink. Average duration is 5h 30m
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 9% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Cheapest • Avg R9 850 (return)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 10h 36m (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

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
Air Tanzania Logo
5:55 - 17:45ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 50m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 7:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 05m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R8 665Air Tanzania
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:30 - 17:45ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 15m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 7:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
17h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R8 697Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Nov 29
Air Tanzania Logo
17:30 - 16:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 50m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls
Air Tanzania Logo
18:55 - 21:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
25h 25m1 stop Dar Es Salaam
R9 005Air Tanzania
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14
Kenya Airways Logo
4:40 - 13:00ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
17h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 525Kenya Airways
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30
Kenya Airways Logo
10:10 - 13:00ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
11h 15m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 525Kenya Airways
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:10 - 17:45ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
28h 35m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:10 - 2:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
12h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 525Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
Kenya Airways Logo
4:40 - 13:00ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 19:55CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
28h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 541Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
Kenya Airways Logo
4:40 - 13:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
17h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 557Kenya Airways
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Dec 4
Kenya Airways Logo
10:10 - 13:00ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
27h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 13:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
22h 25m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 557Kenya Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 10
Kenya Airways Logo
4:40 - 13:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
Kenya Airways Logo
7:20 - 9:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
24h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 573Kenya Airways
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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 start at R8 665. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from R9 085 to R10 222. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R8 665 on Air Tanzania.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Cape Town at R8 827 return.
•November (R11 472) and October (R10 514) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% 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

R6 133
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 085 to R10 222, with an average of R9 716 over the past 12 months. Anything below R9 085 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 R8 665 to R27 991. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 289, which is 13% 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 starting from around R50 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

  • 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:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 21% of one-stop connections

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 12% on the Zanzibar to Cape Town route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R9 086 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R10 287, a difference of R1 201. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines are available on the route 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 36m, compared to 11h 25m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and 17h 39m 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

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should 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 instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average R9 086 – about R1 201 less than Wednesday (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zanzibar to Cape Town trip for January. Fares historically average R8 827 return in that month – typically R2 645 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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

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