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Cheap Flights from Francistown to Zanzibar

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Today’s best flight deals from Francistown to Zanzibar

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Francistown to Zanzibar

July 29 - August 4

Cheapest
Best

FRW - Zanzibar

$471

$1,041

Round trip

July 15 - August 4

Cheapest
Best

FRW - Zanzibar

$452

$1,041

Round trip

July 22 - August 4

Cheapest
Best

FRW - Zanzibar

$453

$1,041

Round trip

June 28 - July 24

Earliest

FRW - Zanzibar

$512

$1,141

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Francistown to Zanzibar

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Francistown to Zanzibar, the data indicates that October is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $587. Following closely, February also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $605. August presents another option, though at a higher median of $1063.
Right now, fares from Francistown to Zanzibar typically range from $1117–$1246, with a median of $1162. Current fares are below the typical level for this route. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that current prices may still be higher than what is considered a strong value.
When considering how long is the flight from Francistown to Zanzibar, a typical journey including connections takes approximately 28h 30m. This extended duration is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Francistown to Zanzibar, and connecting itineraries typically involve 5 stopovers.
The route from Francistown to Zanzibar covers a distance of 2088 kilometers. This classifies it as a medium-haul journey. New deals for this route show up several times a week, indicating a regular flow of pricing updates.

How much is a round trip from Francistown to Zanzibar

Regular price: $394 - $866

Prices for flights from Francistown to Zanzibar are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 394 USD and 866 USD. The current lowest deal is 1041 USD with Air Botswana, for travel from Jul 29-Aug 4.

now $1,041

Low $394

High $866

The cheapest time to fly from Francistown to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Francistown to Zanzibar is October, with a median price of $587. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1191. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $587

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,191

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Direct flights from Francistown to Zanzibar

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Last-minute flights going from Francistown to Zanzibar

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Zanzibar

Air BotswanaAir Botswana

Francistown (FRW) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana, South African Airways, Precision Air

$512

$1,141

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Zanzibar

Air BotswanaAir Botswana

Francistown (FRW) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana, Safair

$452

$1,041

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Zanzibar

Air BotswanaAir Botswana

Francistown (FRW) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana, Safair

$453

$1,041

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

FRW - Zanzibar

Air BotswanaAir Botswana

Francistown (FRW) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana, Safair

$471

$1,041

One-way

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

6 nights

Jul 29 - Aug 4

$471  →  $1,041

121%

13 nights

Jul 22 - Aug 4

$453  →  $1,041

130%

20 nights

Jul 15 - Aug 4

$452  →  $1,041

130%

26 nights

Jun 28 - Jul 24

$512  →  $1,141

123%

Popular Airports to fly from Francistown to Zanzibar

Francistown - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Francistown to Zanzibar are below the typical level at $1041.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Francistown to Zanzibar, with a median price of $587.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 28h 30m

Flights from Francistown to Zanzibar typically involve connecting flights, with a median duration of 28h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are the only option

There are no direct flights available for this route; all flights include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers connecting flights

Air Botswana has historically offered connecting flights for the Francistown to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in October for better deals

For better deals, consider booking your flight to Zanzibar in October, historically the cheapest month.

Francistown main airports to depart from

Francistown (FRW)

Cheapest

Departing from Francistown offers a direct option for flights to Zanzibar, potentially saving travel time.

📍 ~5 km from Francistown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1041

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Arrive at ZNZ to explore Zanzibar, known for its historic Stone Town and beautiful beaches.

📍 ~8 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1041

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International is a definitive alternative due to its extreme proximity and superior international connectivity.

📍 ~75 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$1056

Moi International (MBA)

Moi International offers a good selection of international flights, but requires an international border crossing.

📍 ~270 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1410

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

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

📍 ~360 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1328

Pemba (PMA)

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

📍 ~100 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1196

Arusha (ARK)

Arusha is a secondary domestic hub with frequent flight links to Zanzibar, but has limited international capacity.

📍 ~390 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1317

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and online travel agencies can also reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you of fare drops.

Booking in advance, often several months before your desired departure, can sometimes lead to lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends may be beneficial. Last-minute deals are less common but can occasionally appear.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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