Are direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more economical, depending on the route and demand. Evaluate whether the time saved is worth a potentially higher cost.

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Weekday travel or off-peak seasons may offer better value.

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes or for certain payment methods. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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2026-11-05 – 2026-11-07
CPT - Zanzibar
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$652
$369
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Cape Town to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Right now, 3% of recent fares for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $858–$1060, with a median of $965. Current fares are near the typical level, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings can emerge frequently.

When considering cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar, the cheapest time to fly is often July, with a median fare of $368. Other months offering more competitive pricing include June, where the median fare is $783, and November, with a median fare of $930. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Zanzibar takes about 5h 15m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 3. Non-stop flights, when available, also have a median duration of 5h 15m, while connecting flights typically take much longer, with a median of 34h 10m.

The distance between Cape Town and Zanzibar is 3744 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance means you can expect a journey that balances travel time with the opportunity to explore a significant geographic span.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Regular price: $562 - $684

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar is USD 562-684. The current lowest deal is USD 369 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Nov 5-Nov 7.

now $369

Low $562

High $684

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to ZNZ is July, with a median price of $368. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1000. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $368

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,000

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$592

$462

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$650

$464

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$715

$666

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$647

$464

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$600

$463

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$647

$464

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

$1,082 → $508

53%

1 night

Oct 31 - Nov 1

$1,080 → $541

50%

4 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 1

$1,084 → $558

49%

2 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 7

$652 → $369

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Cape Town - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest at $368

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $368.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 15m

Direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar typically take 5h 15m, connecting flights 34h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is an airline that offers direct flights on the Cape Town to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$361

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Zanzibar.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$367

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international hub for Tanzania and extremely close to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$507

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

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Best Elite deals to Zanzibar

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From CPT

Elite

Feb 24

Zanzibar, Tanzania

93% AI deal score

$5,172

$1,707

Save $3,465

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Feb 23

Zanzibar, Tanzania

93% AI deal score

$5,142

$1,708

Save $3,434

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Feb 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

91% AI deal score

$5,147

$2,013

Save $3,134

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From CPT

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Feb 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

89% AI deal score

$5,152

$1,942

Save $3,210

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From CPT

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Feb 18

Zanzibar, Tanzania

89% AI deal score

$5,132

$1,942

Save $3,190

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From CPT

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Feb 25

Zanzibar, Tanzania

89% AI deal score

$5,401

$1,942

Save $3,459

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Feb 07

Zanzibar, Tanzania

89% AI deal score

$5,066

$1,942

Save $3,124

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Feb 04

Zanzibar, Tanzania

89% AI deal score

$5,062

$1,942

Save $3,120

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

88% AI deal score

$2,653

$1,184

Save $1,469

From CPT

Elite

Dec 22

Zanzibar, Tanzania

88% AI deal score

$2,651

$1,184

Save $1,467

From CPT

Elite

Dec 22

Zanzibar, Tanzania

86% AI deal score

$2,653

$1,290

Save $1,363

From CPT

Elite

Dec 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

86% AI deal score

$2,605

$1,290

Save $1,315

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 often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking in advance is often recommended, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking window.

Comparing flights from and to nearby airports can sometimes offer more options or different prices. While it may add to your ground travel, it could potentially lead to savings on airfare. Always consider the total cost and convenience.

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Cape Town to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Regular price: $562 - $684

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar is USD 562-684. The current lowest deal is USD 369 with Ethiopian Airlines for travel from Nov 5-Nov 7.

now $369

Low $562

High $684

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to ZNZ is July, with a median price of $368. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1000. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $368

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,000

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$592

$462

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$650

$464

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$715

$666

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$647

$464

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$600

$463

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Zanzibar

Cape Town (CPT) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$647

$464

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

3 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 1

$1,082 → $508

53%

1 night

Oct 31 - Nov 1

$1,080 → $541

50%

4 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 1

$1,084 → $558

49%

2 nights

Nov 5 - Nov 7

$652 → $369

43%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Cape Town - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest at $368

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $368.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 15m

Direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar typically take 5h 15m, connecting flights 34h 10m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is an airline that offers direct flights on the Cape Town to Zanzibar route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$361

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Zanzibar.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$367

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international hub for Tanzania and extremely close to Zanzibar.

Zanzibar, Tanzania

88% AI deal score

$2,653

$1,184

Save $1,469

From CPT

Elite

Dec 22

Zanzibar, Tanzania

88% AI deal score

$2,651

$1,184

Save $1,467

From CPT

Elite

Dec 22

Zanzibar, Tanzania

86% AI deal score

$2,653

$1,290

Save $1,363

From CPT

Elite

Dec 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

86% AI deal score

$2,605

$1,290

Save $1,315

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Cape Town to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Cape Town - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

July is historically cheapest at $368

Direct flights take 5h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Airlink offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Cape Town 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Are direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Cape Town to Zanzibar flights?

Related routes

More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Zanzibar from other cities

Cape Town to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Cape Town - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

July is historically cheapest at $368

Direct flights take 5h 15m

Connecting flights are dominant

Airlink offers direct flights

Deals are frequent

Cape Town 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

Feb 24

Feb 23

Feb 19

Feb 21

Feb 18

Feb 25

Feb 07

Feb 04

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Dec 22

Dec 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?