Are direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient and save travel time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience when choosing.

Can flexible travel dates help on Durban to Zanzibar flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flight options. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even specific weeks. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Durban 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 at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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DUR - Zanzibar
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Durban to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Zanzibar

A typical journey from Durban to Zanzibar takes about 6h 50m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2736 kilometers. Since most itineraries involve at least one stop, this duration accounts for the total travel time from departure to arrival, including any layovers.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Durban to Zanzibar, prices typically range from $897–$1188, with a median of $999. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are currently infrequent. New deals for this route are rare, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar? The data shows that October is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $673. Following closely are July, with a median fare of $685, and August, with a median fare of $718. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Most itineraries for flights from Durban to Zanzibar involve connections. Specifically, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights. For the remaining itineraries, the typical number of connections is 3. This means you should expect to make multiple stops on your journey between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Durban to Zanzibar

Regular price: $697 - $878

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 697 USD and 878 USD. The current lowest deal is 629 USD with Safair, for travel from Oct 30-Nov 1.

now $629

Low $697

High $878

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Zanzibar is October, with a median price of $673. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1037. Prices are generally lower from July to November.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $673

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,037

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Safair

South African Airways

Airlink

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Zanzibar

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TransAsia Airways

$674

$671

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TransAsia Airways

$726

$690

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$638

$712

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$638

$719

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$658

$727

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$691

$730

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 31

$741 → $721

4 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 15

$688 → $688

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$795 → $803

7 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 24

$654 → $668

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

Durban - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Durban to Zanzibar are below the typical level of $836.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October, July, and August offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 6h 50m

The median flight time for connecting flights from Durban to Zanzibar is 6 hours 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical for this route

Direct flights are not common, with connecting flights being the dominant option historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers deals on this route

Safair has historically offered 42 deals on connecting flights from Durban to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Historically, deals on flights from Durban to Zanzibar have been rare in the last 30 days.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$543

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the primary gateway for flights to Zanzibar from Durban.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$600

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a primary international hub for Tanzania, offering connections to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$664

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Dec 16

Zanzibar, Tanzania

76% AI deal score

$2,519

$1,925

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Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

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Dec 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

75% AI deal score

$2,425

$1,925

Save $500

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Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 13

Zanzibar, Tanzania

75% AI deal score

$2,425

$1,953

Save $472

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 12

Zanzibar, Tanzania

75% AI deal score

$2,414

$1,953

Save $461

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 27

Zanzibar, Tanzania

74% AI deal score

$2,446

$2,002

Save $444

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From DUR

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Nov 06

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,568

$2,039

Save $529

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 24

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,444

$2,092

Save $352

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 31

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,456

$2,092

Save $364

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 17

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,431

$2,092

Save $339

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 08

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,405

$2,092

Save $313

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 12

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,418

$2,092

Save $326

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

Elite

Dec 31

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,454

$2,158

Save $296

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

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 flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, last-minute deals can occasionally appear, so it's wise to monitor prices. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices fluctuate.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or potentially lower fares. While not always necessary, it may provide more choices for your travel plans. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach a different airport.

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Durban to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Durban to Zanzibar

Regular price: $697 - $878

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 697 USD and 878 USD. The current lowest deal is 629 USD with Safair, for travel from Oct 30-Nov 1.

now $629

Low $697

High $878

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

October

Cheapest

Flights from $673

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,037

Jan

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Safair

South African Airways

Airlink

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Zanzibar

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TransAsia Airways

$674

$671

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TransAsia Airways

$726

$690

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$638

$712

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$638

$719

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$658

$727

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$691

$730

One-way

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

12 nights

Dec 19 - Dec 31

$741 → $721

4 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 15

$688 → $688

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$795 → $803

7 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 24

$654 → $668

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

Durban - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Durban to Zanzibar are below the typical level of $836.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in October for the best prices

Historically, October, July, and August offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 6h 50m

The median flight time for connecting flights from Durban to Zanzibar is 6 hours 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical for this route

Direct flights are not common, with connecting flights being the dominant option historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers deals on this route

Safair has historically offered 42 deals on connecting flights from Durban to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Historically, deals on flights from Durban to Zanzibar have been rare in the last 30 days.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$543

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is the primary gateway for flights to Zanzibar from Durban.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$600

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International Airport is a primary international hub for Tanzania, offering connections to Zanzibar.

Zanzibar, Tanzania

72% AI deal score

$2,454

$2,158

Save $296

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Durban to Zanzibar

Durban to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Durban to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

Durban - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights average 6h 50m

Connecting flights are typical for this route

Safair offers deals on this route

Deals are rare for this route

Durban 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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Dec 20

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Dec 31

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Durban to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Durban to Zanzibar?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Durban to Zanzibar?

Are direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Durban to Zanzibar flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Durban

Flights to Zanzibar from other cities

Durban to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Durban to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

Durban - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in October for the best prices

Connecting flights average 6h 50m

Connecting flights are typical for this route

Safair offers deals on this route

Deals are rare for this route

Durban 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

Dec 16

Dec 20

Dec 13

Dec 12

Dec 27

Nov 06

Dec 24

Dec 31

Dec 17

Dec 08

Dec 12

Dec 31

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Durban to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Durban to Zanzibar?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Durban to Zanzibar?