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July 3 - July 6

Cheapest

MBA - Zanzibar

$274

$348

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June 23 - June 27

MBA - Zanzibar

$261

$349

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June 23 - June 30

MBA - Zanzibar

$242

$349

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June 21 - June 24

Earliest

MBA - Zanzibar

$265

$349

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July 17 - July 26

Best

MBA - Zanzibar

$256

$349

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July 17 - July 22

Best

MBA - Zanzibar

$265

$349

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July 17 - July 25

Best

MBA - Zanzibar

$256

$349

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July 17 - July 20

Best

MBA - Zanzibar

$268

$349

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July 8 - July 22

MBA - Zanzibar

$249

$349

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July 22 - July 26

MBA - Zanzibar

$260

$349

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Insights for flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar cover a distance of 247 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance means you'll find a variety of options for your trip.

For those seeking cheap flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar, fares typically range from $217–$314, with a median of $292. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you find better options.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar, you'll find that September, October, and December stand out. In these months, the median fare is significantly lower, at $171 for each. This makes them the most budget-friendly periods for this route.

Regarding direct flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 26.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Mombasa to Zanzibar takes about 4h 25m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, making the total travel time longer than a direct flight would be.

How much is a round trip from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Regular price: $233 - $431

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

Regular prices for flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar typically range from $233 to $431. The current lowest deal is $348 with Fly Air, for travel from Jul 3-Jul 6.

now $348

Low $233

High $431

The cheapest time to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar is September, with a median price of $171. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $303. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

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Flights from $171

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Most Expensive

Flights from $303

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Direct flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Fly Air

Last-minute flights going from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MBA - Zanzibar

Mombasa (MBA) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Fly Air

$267

$349

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MBA - Zanzibar

Mombasa (MBA) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Fly Air

$240

$349

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MBA - Zanzibar

Mombasa (MBA) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Fly Air

$249

$349

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MBA - Zanzibar

Mombasa (MBA) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Fly Air

$225

$349

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MBA - Zanzibar

Mombasa (MBA) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Executive Airlines, Precision Air

$394

$368

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MBA - Zanzibar

Mombasa (MBA) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Executive Airlines, Precision Air

$386

$368

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

$602 → $400

34%

6 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 26

$598 → $437

27%

3 nights

Oct 18 - Oct 21

$604 → $474

21%

5 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 31

$412 → $350

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Mombasa - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Mombasa to Zanzibar are above the typical level, with 8% good price share historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar, with a median price of $171.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 4h 25m

The median flight time from Mombasa to Zanzibar is 4 hours and 25 minutes, classified as short-haul.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 27% of deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Fly Air offers direct flights

Fly Air is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Mombasa to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar appear frequently, with nearly one deal per day.

Mombasa main airports to depart from

Moi International (MBA)

Cheapest

Moi International Airport is a good option for flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar.

📍 ~10 km from Mombasa (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$349

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Arrive at ZNZ for direct access to Zanzibar, an ideal gateway for your island visit.

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

💸 Flights from ~$348

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$261

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

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

📍 ~300 km from Zanzibar (usually requires a domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$397

Pemba (PMA)

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

📍 ~100 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$483

Arusha (ARK)

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

📍 ~300 km from Zanzibar (reachable by flight)

💸 Flights from ~$479

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for tickets was around $283. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw average prices rise to approximately $300, while booking 7-13 days out had an average price of $307. Even booking 14-27 days in advance showed a slightly higher average price of $305 compared to the best window. For the trailing 90 days, prices tended to be lowest within the 28-59 day window.

Historically, a good deal for a flight from Mombasa to Zanzibar is considered to be around $217 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route was $292, with 75% of prices falling below $314. Therefore, if you find a ticket priced at or below $217, it is typically an excellent value for this route.

Historically, September, October, and December have been the cheapest months to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar, with a median price of $171 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route is $292. While September also appeared as the most expensive month in some observations, the overall trend across the trailing 270 days indicates these three months offer the lowest median fares. Travelers seeking the best value should consider these months for their journey.

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Insights for flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Mombasa to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Mombasa to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Mombasa to Zanzibar

Mombasa - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Flights are typically 4h 25m

Connecting flights are common

Fly Air offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Mombasa 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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