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July 24 - July 31

Cheapest

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$491

$759

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September 9 - September 16

Cheapest

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$643

$759

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July 23 - July 31

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$488

$763

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July 23 - August 7

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$465

$771

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July 16 - August 4

Best

Earliest

GBE - Zanzibar

$469

$771

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July 23 - August 4

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$471

$772

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July 16 - July 25

Best

Earliest

GBE - Zanzibar

$495

$783

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November 19 - November 28

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$592

$792

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November 19 - November 24

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$601

$792

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July 23 - July 25

Best

GBE - Zanzibar

$502

$792

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Insights for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar typically range from $440–$624, with a median fare of $521. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar are near the typical level, though the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

The journey from Gaborone to Zanzibar covers a distance of 2,484 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar? The most affordable month to fly is October, with a median fare of $371. Following closely, December also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $397. November is another good option, showing a median fare of $458.

How long is the flight from Gaborone to Zanzibar? A typical journey from Gaborone to Zanzibar takes approximately 11h 40m, including connections. Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Regular price: $413 - $601

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

The regular price range for this route is between 413 USD and 601 USD. The current lowest deal is 759 USD with Air Botswana, for travel from Jul 24-Jul 31.

now $759

Low $413

High $601

The cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Flights from GBE to ZNZ are cheapest in October, with a median price of $371. The most expensive month to fly is August, with a median price of $801. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $371

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $801

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Direct flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

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Last-minute flights going from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$602

$924

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$556

$878

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$487

$923

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana

$497

$812

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$505

$923

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana

$505

$834

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$686 → $797

16%

7 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 16

$643 → $759

18%

8 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 6

$672 → $806

20%

12 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 10

$656 → $796

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Gaborone - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Gaborone to Zanzibar are above the typical level, with a current price of $759.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $371

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar, with a median price of $371.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 11h 40m with 2 stopovers

Flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar typically take 11h 40m, with a median of 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are dominant with frequent deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers connecting flights

Air Botswana has offered 33 connecting deals for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flying in October or December

Historically, October ($371) and December ($397) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Gaborone main airports to depart from

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Cheapest

Fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar; this airport often has the cheapest flights for this route.

📍 ~10 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$759

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a key arrival point for flights to Zanzibar.

📍 ~6 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$759

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

This airport is a primary international gateway for Tanzania, offering superior international connectivity for Zanzibar travelers.

📍 ~135 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$710

Moi International (MBA)

This major international airport in neighboring Kenya offers a good selection of European charter and scheduled flights.

📍 ~240 km from Zanzibar (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$763

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

This major Tanzanian international hub serves the northern circuit with frequent domestic connections from Zanzibar.

📍 ~410 km from Zanzibar (usually requires a domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$823

Pemba (PMA)

This airport is the closest alternative geographically, located on the sister island of Pemba for short-range regional adjustments.

📍 ~100 km from Zanzibar

💸 Flights from ~$928

Arusha (ARK)

This secondary domestic hub for northern Tanzania offers frequent flight links to Zanzibar.

📍 ~460 km from Zanzibar

💸 Flights from ~$984

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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 booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends over several weeks may offer insight into optimal booking times.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or more competitive pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in the cost and time of additional transportation.

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