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July 5 - July 6

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

MPM - Zanzibar

$583

$804

Round trip

July 11 - July 13

Best

MPM - Zanzibar

$569

$825

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August 1 - August 8

MPM - Zanzibar

$717

$843

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July 21 - July 22

Best

MPM - Zanzibar

$551

$845

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October 4 - October 11

MPM - Zanzibar

$631

$851

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July 12 - July 13

Best

MPM - Zanzibar

$568

$856

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July 8 - July 12

MPM - Zanzibar

$584

$895

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September 16 - September 20

MPM - Zanzibar

$648

$903

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July 6 - July 13

Best

MPM - Zanzibar

$565

$905

Round trip

October 9 - October 16

MPM - Zanzibar

$643

$907

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Insights for flights from Maputo to Zanzibar

For cheap flights from Maputo to Zanzibar, fares typically range from $516–$715, with a median of $585. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. While new deals appear almost daily, it is worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

The journey from Maputo to Zanzibar is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2302 km. This distance means you can expect a significant travel time, often involving connections.

A typical journey from Maputo to Zanzibar takes approximately 12h 25m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, as 0% of recent fares were direct flights from Maputo to Zanzibar.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Zanzibar? The most affordable months to travel are typically December, with a median fare of $507, followed by November at $528, and October with a median fare of $536. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower prices.

How much is a round trip from Maputo to Zanzibar

Regular price: $510 - $702

Prices are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Maputo to Zanzibar is between $510 and $702. The current lowest deal is $804 with Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, for travel from Jul 5-Jul 6.

now $804

Low $510

High $702

The cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from MPM to ZNZ is December, with a median price of $507. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $884. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $507

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $884

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Direct flights from Maputo to Zanzibar

Ethiopian Airlines

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique

Precision Air

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Last-minute flights going from Maputo to Zanzibar

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Zanzibar

Maputo (MPM) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$627

$1,226

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Zanzibar

Maputo (MPM) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$700

$1,190

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Zanzibar

Maputo (MPM) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$681

$1,190

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Zanzibar

Maputo (MPM) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Precision Air

$597

$919

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Zanzibar

Maputo (MPM) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Precision Air

$597

$939

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MPM - Zanzibar

Maputo (MPM) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique, Precision Air

$523

$934

One-way

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

7 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 8

$717 → $843

18%

7 nights

Oct 4 - Oct 11

$631 → $851

35%

1 night

Jul 5 - Jul 6

$583 → $804

38%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$648 → $903

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Maputo to Zanzibar

Maputo - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Maputo to Zanzibar are near the typical level of $585.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $507.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 12h 25m with connections

Flights from Maputo to Zanzibar typically take 12h 25m, with 2 stopovers on connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are dominant for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers deals

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique has offered recent deals for flights from Maputo to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Maputo to Zanzibar are frequent, with 0.73 deals per day.

Maputo main airports to depart from

Maputo International (MPM)

Cheapest

Maputo International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Maputo to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$804

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Arrive at ZNZ for direct access to Zanzibar, a convenient option for your journey from Maputo.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$804

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$673

Moi International (MBA)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$876

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

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

📍 ~360 km from Zanzibar (usually requires a domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$949

Pemba (PMA)

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

📍 ~70 km from Zanzibar

💸 Flights from ~$1058

Arusha (ARK)

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

📍 ~370 km from Zanzibar

💸 Flights from ~$1106

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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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 sites can also help you identify better deals. Utilizing price comparison tools is often a good strategy.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, but last-minute deals can sometimes appear. There isn't a single optimal time, as prices can fluctuate based on various factors. Monitoring price trends can be beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative routes or more competitive pricing. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could make it a worthwhile consideration. Always check the overall cost and convenience.

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Insights for flights from Maputo to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Maputo to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Maputo to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Maputo to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Maputo to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Maputo to Zanzibar

Maputo - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

December is historically cheapest

Typically 12h 25m with connections

No direct flights available

Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique offers deals

Deals are frequent

Maputo main airports to depart from

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

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