Are there direct flights from Cairo to Zanzibar?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Cairo to Zanzibar constituted 7.3% of all available flights. While direct options are less common, they do exist. For flights with stopovers, travelers typically encountered 2 intermediate stops. This suggests that the majority of routes between these two cities involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Cairo to Zanzibar?

The median flight time for a direct journey from Cairo to Zanzibar is approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median duration increases to about 9 hours and 35 minutes. The total air distance covered on this route is approximately 4126 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their trip.

How much more do direct flights from Cairo to Zanzibar cost?

Historically, direct flights from Cairo to Zanzibar typically cost about 2% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $673, while connecting flights had a median price of $661. In the trailing 90 days, direct flights made up a small portion of the available options, representing 1.4% of all observed routes. This indicates a slight premium for the convenience of a non-stop journey.

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Cairo to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar

A typical journey from Cairo to Zanzibar takes about 17h 25m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 4126 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent on flights and layovers. Most flights on this route involve 2 stopovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Cairo to Zanzibar, fares typically range from $542–$790, with a median of $637. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, with 39% of recent fares classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $537. Following closely are May, with a median fare of $599, and April, with a median fare of $607. Planning your trip during these months could result in more favorable pricing.

How much is a round trip from Cairo to Zanzibar

Regular price: $631 - $1,228

Prices for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $631 and $1228. The current lowest deal is $496 with Air Cairo, for travel from Nov 20 to Nov 30.

now $496

Low $631

High $1,228

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar

Flights from Cairo to Zanzibar are cheapest in February, with a median price of $537. The most expensive month to fly is July, with a median price of $1008. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $537

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,008

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Direct flights from Cairo to Zanzibar

Egyptair

Last-minute flights going from Cairo to Zanzibar

Tue, Sep 1

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CAI - Zanzibar

Cairo (CAI) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,235

$699

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Zanzibar

Cairo (CAI) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Egyptair

$921

$511

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Zanzibar

Cairo (CAI) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Egyptair

$1,075

$513

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

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CAI - Zanzibar

Cairo (CAI) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Egyptair

$958

$525

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

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CAI - Zanzibar

Cairo (CAI) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Egyptair

$976

$529

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CAI - Zanzibar

Cairo (CAI) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Egyptair

$1,022

$508

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 7

$1,075 → $513

52%

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Sep 18 - Sep 21

$1,074 → $521

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Sep 25 - Sep 28

$1,082 → $529

51%

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Sep 11 - Sep 14

$1,075 → $531

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar

Cairo - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $496.

Recent fares from Cairo to Zanzibar are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly at $537.

Historically, February offers the lowest median prices for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 17h 25m.

The median flight duration from Cairo to Zanzibar is 17 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant, with 7.3% direct flights.

Most flights from Cairo to Zanzibar involve connections, with only 7.3% being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Egyptair offers direct flights.

Egyptair is one airline that provides direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar are frequently available, appearing often within 30 days.

Cairo main airports to depart from

Cairo International (CAI)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$616

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the primary gateway to Zanzibar, offering convenient access to the island.

📍 ~5 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$616

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international gateway for Tanzania, offering superior international connectivity.

📍 ~70 km from Zanzibar (reachable by short flight or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$559

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $683. In contrast, waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $770. For those booking 28-59 days out, the average price was around $720, indicating that earlier booking generally leads to better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cairo to Zanzibar is considered to be $542 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route was $637, while prices in the upper quartile reached $790. Therefore, if you find a ticket at or below $542, it is historically a competitive offer.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar include February, with a median price of $537, and May, with a median price of $599. April also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $607. The annual median price for this route was $637, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the yearly average.

Cairo to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Cairo to Zanzibar

Regular price: $631 - $1,228

Prices for flights from Cairo to Zanzibar are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $631 and $1228. The current lowest deal is $496 with Air Cairo, for travel from Nov 20 to Nov 30.

now $496

Low $631

High $1,228

The cheapest time to fly from Cairo to Zanzibar

February

Cheapest

Flights from $537

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,008

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