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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar from £364

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — ZNZ
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£435

One-way from

£364

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£511
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 11/5-14/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Cape Town to Zanzibar
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High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Wed 25/1214:30CPT - ZNZ
2 stops17h 50mKenya Airways
Tue 7/120:40ZNZ - CPT
2 stops17h 55mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/12£606
Tue 24/1205:45CPT - ZNZ
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/108:25ZNZ - CPT
2 stops13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£806
Tue 24/1205:45CPT - ZNZ
1 stop6h 50mFlySafair
Tue 7/114:35ZNZ - CPT
1 stop8h 55mFlySafair
Deal found 17/12£938
Tue 24/1215:20CPT - ZNZ
1 stop20h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 5/103:20ZNZ - CPT
1 stop11h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12£968
Mon 23/1212:35CPT - ZNZ
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 5/122:45ZNZ - CPT
1 stop19h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12£1,199
Mon 23/1217:15CPT - ZNZ
2 stops34h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/105:35ZNZ - CPT
1 stop31h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12£1,398

Find flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/5

13:50-02:40

1 stop11h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 14/5

03:40-13:00

1 stop10h 20m

£435

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 8/5

15:20-00:50

1 stop8h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 13/5

14:35-21:50

1 stop8h 15m

£505

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/5

14:30-01:35

2 stops10h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/5

03:40-12:45

1 stop10h 05m

£506

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

16:35-02:20

1 stop32h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 13/5

04:30-11:50

1 stop32h 20m

£637

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/5

13:00-07:55

1 stop17h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/5

23:20-10:50

1 stop36h 30m

£673

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

19:50-08:15

3 stops35h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 4/2

09:45-21:55

3 stops37h 10m

£8,228

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/5

13:00-07:55

1 stop17h 55m

£364

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/5

16:35-03:30

2 stops33h 55m

£487

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/5

13:00-13:00

3 stops23h 00m

£609

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT - ZNZ

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 5/5

17:25-15:15

3 stops44h 50m

£2,052

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,082). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zanzibar. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar, see what other customers have to say about Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,907 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
781 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
279 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,606 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Ethiopian Air, at £435, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cape Town to Zanzibar.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Kenya Airways and Turkish Airlines. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 4% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar are Qatar Airways (£364), Turkish Airlines (£487), and Ethiopian Air (£2,052).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,082). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Kenya AirwaysCheapest£427Average£480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapest£433Average£472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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