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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar from £565

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — ZNZ
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£565

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£864
25/5-30/5
  • 25/5-30/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 38h 55m 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 25 March 2025.

Sun 25/515:10EDI - ZNZ
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/508:20ZNZ - EDI
2 stops24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3£565
Thu 4/910:35EDI - ZNZ
1 stop13h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 24/903:10ZNZ - EDI
2 stops14h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3£723
Sun 25/506:00EDI - ZNZ
2 stops41h 40mKenya Airways
Thu 29/503:40ZNZ - EDI
2 stops30h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 24/3£821
Fri 9/521:50EDI - ZNZ
1 stop14h 50mEmirates
Fri 16/521:20ZNZ - EDI
1 stop24h 55mEmirates
Deal found 25/3£844
Mon 2/619:35EDI - ZNZ
2 stops28h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 16/610:10ZNZ - EDI
2 stops25h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3£874
Mon 2/615:10EDI - ZNZ
1 stop14h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 16/623:20ZNZ - EDI
1 stop16h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3£988
Mon 2/612:30EDI - ZNZ
3 stops46h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/603:40ZNZ - EDI
3 stops32h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3£16,097

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EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/5

15:10-08:00

1 stop14h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 30/5

08:20-06:25

2 stops24h 05m

£565

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 4/9

10:35-02:10

1 stop13h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 24/9

03:10-15:50

2 stops14h 40m

£723

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 25/5

06:00-01:40

2 stops41h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 29/5

03:40-08:25

2 stops30h 45m

£821

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/5

21:50-14:40

1 stop14h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 16/5

21:20-20:15

1 stop24h 55m

£844

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/6

19:35-01:40

2 stops28h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 16/6

10:10-09:25

2 stops25h 15m

£874

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/6

15:10-08:00

1 stop14h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 16/6

23:20-13:40

1 stop16h 20m

£988

EdinburghZanzibar

EDI - ZNZ

EDIZNZ

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/6

12:30-12:55

3 stops46h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 15/6

03:40-10:35

3 stops32h 55m

£16,097

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

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 25 March 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 25 March 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
261 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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 £723 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Kenya Airways and Emirates, starting at £821 and £844 round-trip. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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  • 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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