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Cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar from £40

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAR — ZNZ
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in March or April, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£108

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£51

Good round-trip deal

£55 or less

Good one-way deal

£27 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 16/4-24/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar
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Cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Sun 26/1013:30DAR - ZNZ
Nonstop0h 30mAir Tanzania
Fri 31/1017:30ZNZ - DAR
Nonstop0h 30mAir Tanzania
Deal found 20/2£40
Sun 26/1005:00DAR - ZNZ
1 stop6h 10mPrecision Air
Fri 31/1016:00ZNZ - DAR
Nonstop0h 30mPrecision Air
Deal found 20/2£132
Wed 16/412:05DAR - ZNZ
1 stop5h 50mHahn Air Systems
Thu 24/414:40ZNZ - DAR
1 stop22h 35mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 21/2£470

Find flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Dar Es Salaam 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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Dar Es Salaam

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Zanzibar

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Dar Es SalaamZanzibar

DAR - ZNZ

DARZNZ

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 16/4

16:00-09:10

1 stop17h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 24/4

22:20-22:50

Nonstop0h 30m

£108

Dar Es SalaamZanzibar

DAR - ZNZ

DARZNZ

Dar Es Salaam

Wed 16/4

12:05-17:55

1 stop5h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 24/4

14:40-13:15

1 stop22h 35m

£470

Dar Es SalaamZanzibar

DAR - ZNZ

DARZNZ

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 28/2

21:40-11:10

2 stops13h 30m

£734

Dar Es SalaamZanzibar

DAR - ZNZ

DARZNZ

Dar Es Salaam

Thu 15/5

03:35-02:10

1 stop22h 35m

£803

Dar Es SalaamZanzibar

DAR - ZNZ

DARZNZ

Dar Es Salaam

Fri 21/3

09:55-22:50

2 stops12h 55m

£1,858

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Deals found on 21/2

Best time to book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar

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Travel insights for flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,326). 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 DAR to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Dar Es Salaam 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 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 92% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar

Explore weekly flight availability from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from DAR to ZNZ are scheduled on a Friday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

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 21 February 2025.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
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Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Debra,Sept 2024

BUD - IST

Check in was confusing as the self serve was not working properly.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Debra,Sept 2024

BUD - IST

Check in was confusing as the self serve was not working properly.

Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
263 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Debra,Sept 2024

BUD - IST

Check in was confusing as the self serve was not working properly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Zanzibar from Dar Es Salaam. Booking flights from Dar Es Salaam (DAR) to Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) should be relatively easy as there are 28 daily flights to Zanzibar from 3 different airlines. 0h 30m is how long a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar flight route?

    Within the past month, 93 users have taken a look at flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Air Tanzania, at £108, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Hahn Air Systems.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar on time: flydubai (100%), Emirates (100%), Oman Air (53%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

    The cheapest flight price from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar is £15. On average you can expect to pay £164. The most popular route, (Dar Es Salaam - Zanzibar Intl), can usually be booked for £45.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dar Es Salaam 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 Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,326). 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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