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June 25 - June 26

Cheapest

DXB - Zanzibar

$736

$526

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June 24 - June 25

Cheapest

DXB - Zanzibar

$758

$526

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July 14 - July 15

Cheapest

DXB - Zanzibar

$841

$526

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July 3 - July 5

Best

DXB - Zanzibar

$874

$527

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June 21 - June 22

Earliest

DXB - Zanzibar

$808

$566

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August 17 - August 22

DXB - Zanzibar

$914

$602

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August 24 - August 31

DXB - Zanzibar

$890

$602

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August 4 - August 9

DXB - Zanzibar

$905

$602

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August 5 - August 10

DXB - Zanzibar

$905

$602

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August 11 - August 18

DXB - Zanzibar

$889

$602

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Insights for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Dubai to Zanzibar connect at least once. Only 12.8% of recent fares from Dubai to Zanzibar are non-stop, with the majority of connecting flights typically involving 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, travelers should generally expect a journey with at least one layover.

Right now, fares from Dubai to Zanzibar typically range from $957–$1634, with a median of $1353. Current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a potentially favorable time to book. Approximately 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly low prices can be challenging but not impossible. New deals appear almost daily, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar? The data shows that the most affordable months to travel are December, with a median fare of $326, and November, with a median fare of $359. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $556. These months present the best opportunities for travelers seeking lower prices on this route.

How long is the flight from Dubai to Zanzibar? A typical journey from Dubai to Zanzibar, including connections, takes approximately 26h 50m. This median duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route, as most flights involve at least one stopover. Travelers should account for this extended travel time when planning their trip.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Zanzibar

Regular price: $583 - $773

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar typically range from $583 to $773. The current lowest deal is $526 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Jun 25-Jun 26.

now $526

Low $583

High $773

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar is December, with a median price of $326. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $1490. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $326

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,490

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Direct flights from Dubai to Zanzibar

Flydubai

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Zanzibar

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zanzibar

Dubai (DXB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$808

$566

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zanzibar

Dubai (DXB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$758

$526

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zanzibar

Dubai (DXB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$736

$526

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zanzibar

Dubai (DXB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$844

$642

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zanzibar

Dubai (DXB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$868

$646

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Zanzibar

Dubai (DXB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$858

$648

One-way

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

2 nights

Jul 3 - Jul 5

$874 → $527

40%

1 night

Jul 14 - Jul 15

$841 → $526

37%

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

$947 → $633

33%

5 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 22

$914 → $602

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar

Dubai - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from DXB to ZNZ are below the typical level, with prices around $526.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar, with a median price of $326.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 26h 50m

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Dubai to Zanzibar is 26 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 87.2% of deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Flydubai offers direct flights

Flydubai is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the Dubai to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar appear frequently, about 0.6 deals per day.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International (DXB) is often the cheapest option for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$526

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International (DWC) offers an alternative departure point from Dubai to Zanzibar.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1874

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station (XNB) provides ground transport connections for journeys from Dubai to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$526

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International (SHJ) is another option for flights from the wider Dubai area to Zanzibar.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$676

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 from Dubai.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$526

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international gateway for Tanzania, offering superior international connectivity.

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

💸 Flights from ~$569

Moi International (MBA)

Moi International is a major international airport in neighboring Kenya with a good selection of flights.

📍 ~248 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$547

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International is a major Tanzanian international hub with frequent domestic connections from Zanzibar.

📍 ~406 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$428

Pemba (PMA)

Pemba is the closest alternative airport geographically, useful for very short-range regional adjustments.

📍 ~109 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1125

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha is a secondary domestic hub for northern Tanzania with frequent flight links to Zanzibar.

📍 ~442 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$563

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

Zanzibar, Tanzania

65% AI deal score

$4,434

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$4,660

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar are found when booking 7-13 days in advance, with an average price of $956. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a significantly higher average price of $1715. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out shows an average price of $1142, while booking 60+ days in advance has an average price of $1210. These trends are observed across the trailing quarter.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar is typically around $957 or less. The median price for this route has been $1353. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $1634 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $957 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar include December, with a median price of $326, and November, with a median price of $359. February also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $556. The annual median price for this route is $1353, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the overall average across the trailing 270 days.

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Insights for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Dubai to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar

Dubai - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights typically take 26h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Flydubai offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Dubai main airports to depart from

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

Best Elite deals to Zanzibar

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

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