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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar from £641

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — ZNZ
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) 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 17 January 2025.

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£641

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July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£934
6/2-11/2
  • 6/2-11/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 38h 25m total
  • Edinburgh to Zanzibar
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 6/207:25EDI - ZNZ
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/208:50ZNZ - EDI
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1£641
Sun 16/316:30EDI - ZNZ
1 stop31h 55mTurkish Airlines
Sun 23/305:35ZNZ - EDI
1 stop31h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1£718
Sun 16/309:15EDI - ZNZ
2 stops21h 05mKenya Airways
Sun 23/320:40ZNZ - EDI
2 stops29h 30mKenya Airways
Deal found 17/1£771
Wed 5/1117:10EDI - ZNZ
1 stop24h 45mKLM
Tue 18/1103:40ZNZ - EDI
2 stops36h 00mKLM
Deal found 17/1£910
Wed 29/106:00EDI - ZNZ
1 stop12h 10mAir France
Wed 5/222:55ZNZ - EDI
1 stop24h 55mAir France
Deal found 16/1£978
Fri 7/214:05EDI - ZNZ
3 stops35h 50mOman Air
Tue 25/214:35ZNZ - EDI
3 stops42h 25mOman Air
Deal found 16/1£1,190
Fri 7/207:30EDI - ZNZ
1 stop21h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 25/222:45ZNZ - EDI
1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/1£1,240
Thu 6/207:30EDI - ZNZ
1 stop21h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 25/222:45ZNZ - EDI
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1£1,318
Sun 16/312:20EDI - ZNZ
3 stops40h 55mBrussels Airlines
Sun 23/309:45ZNZ - EDI
3 stops32h 15mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 17/1£1,334

Find flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar within your budget

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EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/3

16:30-03:25

1 stop31h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 23/3

05:35-10:15

1 stop31h 40m

£718

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/3

05:45-09:20

2 stops24h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 23/3

20:40-23:10

2 stops29h 30m

£772

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/3

20:40-14:40

1 stop15h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 23/3

07:30-19:05

2 stops38h 35m

£818

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/3

05:45-20:55

1 stop12h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 22/3

03:40-08:40

2 stops32h 00m

£938

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 29/1

06:00-21:10

1 stop12h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 5/2

22:55-20:50

1 stop24h 55m

£978

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/2

14:05-04:55

3 stops35h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 25/2

14:35-06:00

3 stops42h 25m

£1,190

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 7/2

07:30-07:45

1 stop21h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 25/2

22:45-06:00

1 stop34h 15m

£1,240

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 6/2

07:30-07:45

1 stop21h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 25/2

22:45-12:40

1 stop16h 55m

£1,318

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 16/3

12:20-08:15

3 stops40h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 23/3

09:45-15:00

3 stops32h 15m

£1,339

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Edinburgh 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 EDI to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 17 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Edinburgh to Zanzibar in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 17 January 2025.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
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Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

I could not select a seat prior to check in as systems not integrated. Different PNRs should be on reservation which would make process easier.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Edinburgh to Zanzibar is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £718 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and KLM, starting at £771 and £938 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar (average of £735). Flying from Edinburgh 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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Air FranceCheapest£591Average£852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£654Average£914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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KLMCheapest£729Average£1,047FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapest£900Average£1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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