How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zanzibar to South Africa?

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 Zanzibar to South Africa.

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

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa 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 Zanzibar to South Africa?

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

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

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 from Zanzibar to South Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Zanzibar and South Africa?

Airlink connects Zanzibar to South Africa with 3 flights per week. FlySafair also offers 3 flights per week, while Qatar Airways follows with 2 flights per week.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Zanzibar and South Africa?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to South Africa?

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Zanzibar to South Africa were found on Ethiopian Air (R6 891) and RwandAir (R7 651).

What’s the earliest departure time from Zanzibar to South Africa?

The earliest flight from Zanzibar to South Africa departs at 1:50 , landing in Johannesburg at 4:40.

How many flights are there between Zanzibar and South Africa per day?

Each day, there are between 1 and 2 direct flights that take off from Zanzibar and land in South Africa, with an average flight time of 4h 16m. The most common departure time is 1:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon, while the most flights land at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Each week, there are 6 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 33% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

How long does a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa take?

The duration of a flight to South Africa depends on your arrival airport. The shortest routes to South Africa from Zanzibar are to Johannesburg , which takes 3h 50m , and Cape Town , which takes 5h 30m.

What’s the latest departure time from Zanzibar to South Africa?

If you prefer to fly at night, the last flight from Zanzibar to South Africa sets off at 14:35 and lands in Johannesburg at 17:25.

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Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 29

4:05 - 13:30ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

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4:05 - 13:30ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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4:05 - 13:30ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 8

8:20 - 17:45ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 25m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls

18:55 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

25h 35m1 stop Dar Es Salaam

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Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

7:30 - 16:20ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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17:30 - 21:20CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

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Fri, Oct 16 - Fri, Oct 23

20:40 - 13:00ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21

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4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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14:25 - 13:10CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

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4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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14:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

14:25 - 2:40CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

11h 15m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

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Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21

4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

23:30 - 15:50CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

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Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22

4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20

4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Zanzibar to South Africa flights

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

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What is the cheapest Zanzibar to South Africa flight route?

The cheapest ticket to South Africa from Zanzibar found in the last 5 days was to Johannesburg, at R4 315 return. The most popular route is from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB), and the cheapest return airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was R4 315.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Africa is generally at night, when retur flights cost R4 901 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to South Africa is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R7 151.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Zanzibar to South Africa?

No, with an average price for the route of R8 683, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to South Africa?

The cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar to South Africa is September, when tickets cost R7 750 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, when the average cost of return tickets is R11 154 and R10 228 respectively.

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to South Africa on a Thursday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Zanzibar, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Tuesdays for better deals.

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How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zanzibar to South Africa?
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 Zanzibar to South Africa.
How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Zanzibar to South Africa?
KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa 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 Zanzibar to South Africa?
Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from Zanzibar to South Africa with an airline and back with another airline.
What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Zanzibar to South Africa?
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 from Zanzibar to South Africa up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.
How many flights are there between Zanzibar and South Africa per day?
Each day, there are between 1 and 2 direct flights that take off from Zanzibar and land in South Africa, with an average flight time of 4h 16m. The most common departure time is 1:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon, while the most flights land at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Each week, there are 6 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 33% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday.

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