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

Direct flights usually offer convenience and save travel time. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable. Consider your budget and how much you value a quicker journey when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Durban to Zanzibar flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may lead to considerable 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. Being aware of these can help you budget accurately.

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Durban to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Zanzibar

A typical journey from Durban to Zanzibar takes about 12h 0m, including connections. Since most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover, this duration reflects the overall travel time you can expect. The median number of stopovers when connecting is 2, indicating that most flights will include multiple segments to reach Zanzibar.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Durban to Zanzibar, prices are typically $414–$478, with a median of $450. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, suggesting higher prices than usual. Despite this, 60% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that favorable deals can still be found. New deals appear almost daily, making it worthwhile to monitor prices regularly.

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar is typically in February, with a median fare of $355. Other cost-effective months include November, where the median fare is $414, and April, with a median fare of $424. These months offer more competitive pricing compared to the overall median for the route.

There are no direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar; most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the median number of stopovers is 2, meaning travelers should anticipate at least two intermediate stops on their journey.

How much is a round trip from Durban to Zanzibar

Regular price: $558 - $713

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

The regular price range for flights from Durban to Zanzibar is between $558 and $713. The current lowest deal is $581 with Safair, for travel from Nov 22-Nov 26.

now $581

Low $558

High $713

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Zanzibar is February, with a median price of $355. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $872. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $355

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $872

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Safair

Airlink

Air Tanzania

Airfreight Express

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Zanzibar

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$702

$614

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$702

$603

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$697

$1,461

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$686

$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$709

$726

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways

$723

$733

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 31

$788 → $650

17%

3 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 28

$809 → $673

17%

8 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 29

$789 → $659

16%

7 nights

Dec 20 - Dec 27

$807 → $683

15%

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, with 60% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Zanzibar, with a median price of $355.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 0m

Flights from Durban to Zanzibar typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median flight duration of 12h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is connecting-dominant, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers connecting flights

Safair has offered 62 connecting deals from Durban to Zanzibar recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals from Durban to Zanzibar appear frequently, with many options available 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 city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$488

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Fly into Abeid Amani Karume International for direct access to Zanzibar, a popular island destination.

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

💸 Flights from ~$489

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$604

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Sep 23

Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$2,927

$1,979

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Sep 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

80% AI deal score

$3,092

$2,047

Save $1,045

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Sep 24

Zanzibar, Tanzania

78% AI deal score

$3,237

$2,290

Save $947

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Oct 09

Zanzibar, Tanzania

74% AI deal score

$2,492

$1,979

Save $513

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Business Class

From DUR

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Oct 10

Zanzibar, Tanzania

74% AI deal score

$2,487

$1,979

Save $508

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Sep 23

Zanzibar, Tanzania

74% AI deal score

$2,965

$2,251

Save $714

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Sep 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

74% AI deal score

$2,895

$2,268

Save $627

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From DUR

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Sep 24

Zanzibar, Tanzania

74% AI deal score

$3,120

$2,290

Save $830

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Oct 04

Zanzibar, Tanzania

73% AI deal score

$2,535

$2,046

Save $489

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

73% AI deal score

$2,634

$2,093

Save $541

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

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Dec 17

Zanzibar, Tanzania

73% AI deal score

$2,605

$2,094

Save $511

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From DUR

Elite

Dec 12

Zanzibar, Tanzania

73% AI deal score

$2,602

$2,094

Save $508

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

To find cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices across various airlines and booking platforms. Look out for deals and promotions that may be available.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's worth monitoring prices if your travel plans are flexible. Generally, booking a few months ahead is a good strategy.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While not always necessary, checking alternative departure or arrival points might offer more choices. This strategy can be particularly useful for destinations with multiple airports in the region.

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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: $558 - $713

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

The regular price range for flights from Durban to Zanzibar is between $558 and $713. The current lowest deal is $581 with Safair, for travel from Nov 22-Nov 26.

now $581

Low $558

High $713

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Zanzibar

February

Cheapest

Flights from $355

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $872

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Durban to Zanzibar

Safair

Airlink

Air Tanzania

Airfreight Express

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Zanzibar

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$702

$614

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$702

$603

One-way

Mon, Sep 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$697

$1,461

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$686

$703

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Safair

$709

$726

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Zanzibar

Durban (DUR) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways

$723

$733

One-way

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

8 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 31

$788 → $650

17%

3 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 28

$809 → $673

17%

8 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 29

$789 → $659

16%

7 nights

Dec 20 - Dec 27

$807 → $683

15%

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, with 60% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Zanzibar, with a median price of $355.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 0m

Flights from Durban to Zanzibar typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median flight duration of 12h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is connecting-dominant, with no direct flights available in the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers connecting flights

Safair has offered 62 connecting deals from Durban to Zanzibar recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals from Durban to Zanzibar appear frequently, with many options available 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 city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$488

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Fly into Abeid Amani Karume International for direct access to Zanzibar, a popular island destination.

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

💸 Flights from ~$489

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

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

Zanzibar, Tanzania

73% AI deal score

$2,602

$2,094

Save $508

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

February is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights average 12h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Safair offers connecting flights

Deals appear frequently

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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Sep 21

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Oct 09

Oct 10

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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

February is historically the cheapest month

Connecting flights average 12h 0m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Safair offers connecting flights

Deals appear frequently

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

Sep 23

Sep 21

Sep 24

Oct 09

Oct 10

Sep 23

Sep 19

Sep 24

Oct 04

Dec 19

Dec 17

Dec 12

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?