Can I fly direct from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

Yes, direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are widely available. Historically, approximately 96.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For the small percentage of flights that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This makes direct travel the predominant option for this route.

What's the flight time from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

The typical direct flight time from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar is approximately 0 hours and 20 minutes. This is for a route covering a distance of 73 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take considerably longer, with a median duration of 6 hours and 5 minutes. Travelers should consider direct options for the quickest journey.

How often do cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar come up?

Cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are historically frequent. This route is classified as having frequent availability for deals. Travelers can typically expect to find opportunities for good value on this route across the trailing quarter.

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Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, June stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $33. Other cost-effective options include October, with a median of $37, and April, at $41. Planning your trip around these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for this route typically range from $34 to $52, with a median price of $46. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Despite this, 74% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are still frequently available. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When flying from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar making up 96.9% of recent fares. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar takes approximately 0h 20m, including any connections. This short duration reflects the close proximity of the two destinations.

This route covers a distance of 73 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. The brief travel time and short distance make it a convenient connection between these two locations.

How much is a round trip from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Regular price: $145 - $285

Prices for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $145 and $285. Currently, the lowest deal is $55 with Precision Air for travel from Oct 2-Oct 6.

now $55

Low $145

High $285

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar is June, with a median price of $33. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $51. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $33

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $51

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Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Precision Air

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$242

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$241

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$208

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$242

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$208

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$240

$60

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$242 → $60

75%

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

$242 → $60

75%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$240 → $59

75%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$239 → $59

75%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, with a median price of $33.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 20m

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar typically take 20 minutes, covering a short distance.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are frequent, with 96.9% direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Precision Air offers direct flights

Precision Air is a direct airline option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

74% of recent fares were good deals

Historically, 74% of recent fares on this route were considered good deals.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$54

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Arrive at ZNZ to reach Zanzibar, a convenient option for your trip from Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$55

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a premier alternative, being the primary international hub for Tanzania.

📍 ~80 km from destination city (requires a ferry or short flight to reach the mainland)

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar is 60+ days before departure. During the trailing 90 days, prices for this booking window averaged around $55. In contrast, purchasing tickets 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in a significantly higher average price of $122. Travelers looking for more moderate prices might consider booking 7-13 days out, when the average price was $66.

Across the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar was considered to be $34 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $46. Prices tended to increase for a significant portion of travelers, with 75% of fares being $52 or less.

Historically, June has been the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, with a median price of $33. October also offered competitive prices, with a median of $37. The annual median price for this route was $46, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the yearly average.

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Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

A typical journey from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar takes approximately 0h 20m, including any connections. This short duration reflects the close proximity of the two destinations.

This route covers a distance of 73 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. The brief travel time and short distance make it a convenient connection between these two locations.

How much is a round trip from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Regular price: $145 - $285

Prices for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $145 and $285. Currently, the lowest deal is $55 with Precision Air for travel from Oct 2-Oct 6.

now $55

Low $145

High $285

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

June

Cheapest

Flights from $33

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $51

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Precision Air

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$242

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$241

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$208

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$242

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$208

$60

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAR - Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam (DAR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Régional

$240

$60

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$242 → $60

75%

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

$242 → $60

75%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$240 → $59

75%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$239 → $59

75%

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

June is historically the cheapest month

Historically, June is the cheapest month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar, with a median price of $33.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 20m

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar typically take 20 minutes, covering a short distance.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar are frequent, with 96.9% direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Precision Air offers direct flights

Precision Air is a direct airline option for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

74% of recent fares were good deals

Historically, 74% of recent fares on this route were considered good deals.

Dar es Salaam main airports to depart from

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$54

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Arrive at ZNZ to reach Zanzibar, a convenient option for your trip from Dar es Salaam.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$55

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Zanzibar, Tanzania

69% AI deal score

$522

$295

Save $227

Air Tanzania

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

June is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 20m

Frequent deals are available

Precision Air offers direct flights

74% of recent fares were good deals

Dar es Salaam 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

When should I buy Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

What's the best month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

Can I fly direct from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

What's the flight time from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

How often do cheap flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar come up?

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More routes from Dar es Salaam

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Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Popular Airports to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar

Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

June is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 20m

Frequent deals are available

Precision Air offers direct flights

74% of recent fares were good deals

Dar es Salaam 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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Sep 27

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

When should I buy Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?

What's the best month to fly from Dar es Salaam to Zanzibar?