What percentage of Arusha to Zanzibar flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, a significant majority of flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are direct. Approximately 94.6% of all flights on this route offer direct service. For the remaining flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one.

How many hours is the flight from Arusha to Zanzibar?

The median direct flight time from Arusha to Zanzibar is typically 1 hour and 10 minutes. This route covers a distance of 429 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

Should I set a price alert for Arusha to Zanzibar flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are classified as frequent. This suggests that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, and good opportunities may arise regularly. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to capture these deals as they become available across the trailing 30 days.

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Arusha to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Right now, if you're looking for cheap flights from Arusha to Zanzibar, fares are significantly above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $134–$210, with a median of $153. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that current prices are higher than usual.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar? Travelers will find the most budget-friendly options in May, with a median fare of $129. February also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $134, followed by April at a median of $137. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices regularly.

A typical journey from Arusha to Zanzibar takes about 1h 10m. This route is characterized by a high proportion of non-stop options, as 94.6% of recent fares were for direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar. For the few itineraries that do include connections, travelers can expect to make one stopover.

The flight distance between Arusha and Zanzibar is 429 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, making it a convenient option for travelers seeking a swift connection between these two destinations.

How much is a round trip from Arusha to Zanzibar

Regular price: $151 - $315

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

The regular price range for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar is $151 to $315. The current lowest deal is $176 with Precision Air for travel from Dec 17-Dec 22.

now $176

Low $151

High $315

The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from ARK to ZNZ is May, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $165. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $129

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $165

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Central Charter

Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Zanzibar

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$223

$260

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$283

$124

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$173

$376

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 25 - Aug 26

$506 → $231

54%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$502 → $253

50%

3 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 6

$393 → $202

49%

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

$393 → $215

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Arusha - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Arusha to Zanzibar are above the typical level, with 2% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $129, followed by February at $134.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

The median flight duration for this route is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

94.6% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with a high share of 94.6% over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Central Charter offers direct flights

Central Charter is an available airline for direct flights on the Arusha to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are frequent, appearing often in 30-day windows.

Arusha main airports to depart from

Arusha (ARK)

Cheapest

Arusha Airport (ARK) is a good option for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$184

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Zanzibar.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Consider Julius Nyerere International as it is a primary international hub for Tanzania, extremely close to Zanzibar.

📍 ~75 km from Zanzibar (requires a ferry or short flight to reach the mainland)

💸 Flights from ~$147

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$626

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From ARK

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Oct 05

Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$626

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From ARK

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Sep 15

Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$626

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$626

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Historically, the lowest prices for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $138. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price rise to approximately $168. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be slightly more expensive, with an average price of $148.

Based on historical data for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar, a good deal is considered to be any price at or below $134. The median price for this route across the trailing 90 days has been $153. Prices tend to increase significantly above this threshold, with 75% of prices being $210 or higher.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar include May, with a median price of $129, and February, with a median price of $134. April also tends to offer competitive prices, with a median of $137. The annual median price for this route is $153, indicating that these months offer notable savings.

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Arusha to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Arusha to Zanzibar

Regular price: $151 - $315

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

The regular price range for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar is $151 to $315. The current lowest deal is $176 with Precision Air for travel from Dec 17-Dec 22.

now $176

Low $151

High $315

The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from ARK to ZNZ is May, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $165. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $129

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $165

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Central Charter

Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Zanzibar

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$223

$260

One-way

Sat, Aug 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$283

$124

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

ARK - Zanzibar

Arusha (ARK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$173

$376

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 25 - Aug 26

$506 → $231

54%

4 nights

Aug 25 - Aug 29

$502 → $253

50%

3 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 6

$393 → $202

49%

2 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 5

$393 → $215

45%

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Arusha - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Arusha to Zanzibar are above the typical level, with 2% good prices historically.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median price at $129, followed by February at $134.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 10m

The median flight duration for this route is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

94.6% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with a high share of 94.6% over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Central Charter offers direct flights

Central Charter is an available airline for direct flights on the Arusha to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar are frequent, appearing often in 30-day windows.

Arusha main airports to depart from

Arusha (ARK)

Cheapest

Arusha Airport (ARK) is a good option for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$184

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Zanzibar.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Consider Julius Nyerere International as it is a primary international hub for Tanzania, extremely close to Zanzibar.

📍 ~75 km from Zanzibar (requires a ferry or short flight to reach the mainland)

💸 Flights from ~$147

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

Discover luxury on the budget with premium cabin class on flights from Arusha to Zanzibar.

Elite

Best Elite deals to Zanzibar

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From ARK

Elite

Sep 24

Zanzibar, Tanzania

75% AI deal score

$1,474

$635

Save $839

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

75% AI deal score

$1,567

$662

Save $905

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$1,603

$618

Save $985

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Dec 29

Zanzibar, Tanzania

36% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 09

Zanzibar, Tanzania

35% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 09

Zanzibar, Tanzania

35% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 04

Zanzibar, Tanzania

35% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Oct 05

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 15

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Oct 10

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 17

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From ARK

Elite

Sep 15

Zanzibar, Tanzania

34% AI deal score

$626

Air Tanzania

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Arusha to Zanzibar

Arusha to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Arusha to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Arusha - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 10m

94.6% of recent flights are direct

Central Charter offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Arusha 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

Sep 24

Sep 20

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Dec 29

Sep 09

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Sep 04

Oct 05

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How early should I book Arusha to Zanzibar flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Arusha to Zanzibar flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar?

What percentage of Arusha to Zanzibar flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Arusha to Zanzibar?

Should I set a price alert for Arusha to Zanzibar flights?

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More routes from Arusha

Flights to Zanzibar from other cities

Arusha to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Arusha to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Arusha to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar

Arusha - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in May for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 10m

94.6% of recent flights are direct

Central Charter offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Arusha 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

Sep 24

Sep 20

Sep 19

Dec 29

Sep 09

Sep 09

Sep 04

Oct 05

Sep 15

Oct 10

Sep 17

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How early should I book Arusha to Zanzibar flights to get the cheapest price?

How do I know if a Arusha to Zanzibar flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar?