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Cheap Flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

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Today’s best flight deals from Arusha to Zanzibar

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Arusha to Zanzibar

July 17 - July 24

Cheapest

ARK - Zanzibar

$167

$184

Round trip

July 8 - July 15

ARK - Zanzibar

$170

$186

Round trip

August 19 - August 20

Best

ARK - Zanzibar

$323

$197

Round trip

July 15 - July 25

ARK - Zanzibar

$262

$198

Round trip

July 15 - July 18

ARK - Zanzibar

$277

$198

Round trip

July 1 - July 3

Earliest

ARK - Zanzibar

$291

$198

Round trip

July 18 - July 21

ARK - Zanzibar

$277

$198

Round trip

July 18 - July 22

ARK - Zanzibar

$276

$198

Round trip

July 2 - July 5

ARK - Zanzibar

$293

$198

Round trip

July 16 - July 18

ARK - Zanzibar

$275

$200

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Fares for cheap flights from Arusha to Zanzibar typically range from $128–$164, with a median price of $138. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price.
When considering the cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar, you'll find that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $129. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $134, followed by April at a median of $137.
The journey from Arusha to Zanzibar covers a distance of 429 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time and direct flight availability.
A typical journey from Arusha to Zanzibar takes about 1h 10m, including connections. For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, meaning you are very likely to find direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find suitable fares.

How much is a round trip from Arusha to Zanzibar

Regular price: $131 - $337

Prices for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar is between $131 and $337. The current lowest deal is $184 with Precision Air, for travel from Jul 17-Jul 24.

now $184

Low $131

High $337

The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from ARK to ZNZ is May, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $165. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $129

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $165

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Direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

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Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Zanzibar

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Precision Air

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Precision Air

$329

$202

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Precision Air

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Precision Air

$360

$209

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Precision Air

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Precision Air

$328

$202

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Precision Air

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Precision Air

$357

$209

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Precision Air

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Precision Air

$352

$201

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Precision Air

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Precision Air

$328

$219

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

1 night

Jun 20 - Jun 21

$352  →  $201

43%

3 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 21

$360  →  $209

42%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$357  →  $209

42%

2 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 25

$337  →  $202

40%

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Arusha - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Arusha to Zanzibar are above the typical level, with a current price of $184.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $129, making it the cheapest month to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m on average.

The typical direct flight from Arusha to Zanzibar has a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

98.6% of recent deals are direct.

Most recent deals for this route are direct, with 98.6% of deals having no stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Precision Air offers direct flights.

Precision Air is one airline that offers direct flights for the Arusha to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are frequent, with almost one deal per day.

Arusha main airports to depart from

Arusha (ARK)

Cheapest

Arusha Airport is a good choice for flights to Zanzibar, offering a budget-friendly option.

📍 ~10 km from Arusha city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the primary gateway for flights to Zanzibar.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Consider this airport for its superior international connectivity, offering more long-haul carriers than Zanzibar.

📍 ~79 km from destination city (reachable by flight or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$147

Moi International (MBA)

This airport is a major international hub in Kenya, offering a good selection of European flights.

📍 ~240 km from destination city (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$523

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

This major Tanzanian international hub serves the northern circuit and has frequent domestic connections.

📍 ~360 km from destination city (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$171

Pemba (PMA)

As the closest alternative, this airport is useful for very short-range regional travel adjustments.

📍 ~90 km from destination city (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$272

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

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Best Elite deals to Zanzibar

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From ARK

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Dec 07

Zanzibar, Tanzania

38% AI deal score

$486

From ARK

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Jun 18

Zanzibar, Tanzania

38% AI deal score

$488

From ARK

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Jun 18

Zanzibar, Tanzania

38% AI deal score

$500

From ARK

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Jun 22

Zanzibar, Tanzania

37% AI deal score

$487

From ARK

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Aug 01

Zanzibar, Tanzania

37% AI deal score

$488

From ARK

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Jul 10

Zanzibar, Tanzania

37% AI deal score

$489

From ARK

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Jun 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$581

From ARK

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Jun 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$581

From ARK

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Jun 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$581

From ARK

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Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

33% AI deal score

$581

From ARK

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Jun 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

33% AI deal score

$581

From ARK

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Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

33% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

33% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

33% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

33% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

Elite

Jun 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

32% AI deal score

$581

From ARK

Elite

Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

32% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

32% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

32% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

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Jun 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

31% AI deal score

$582

From ARK

Elite

Jun 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

31% AI deal score

$582

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $138. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees an average price of $168, which is higher. Even booking 60+ days out tends to result in a slightly higher average price of $148 compared to the optimal window. For the best value, consider purchasing your ticket approximately one to two months before your travel date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Arusha to Zanzibar is considered to be $128 or less. The median price for this route has been $138. Prices can go up to $164 or more for the higher end of fares. If you find a fare at or below $128, it is historically a favorable price for this route.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar are May, February, and April. In May, the median price is typically around $129. February also offers good value with a median price of $134, while April sees a median of $137. The annual median price for this route is $138, so these months generally offer prices below the yearly average.

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