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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially for longer distances. Weigh the cost savings against the additional travel time and potential for delays when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Gaborone to Zanzibar flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding cheaper flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even specific weeks. Flying during off-peak seasons or on weekdays may offer better value.

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

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Also, consider any fees for changing or canceling your flight. These additional charges can impact the total cost of your trip.

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Gaborone to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

For cheap flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar, fares typically range from $718–$749, with a median price of $718. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level, indicating a favorable time to consider booking. Deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be particularly helpful for tracking price changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar? The most affordable month to travel is typically August, with a median fare of $718. Another relatively inexpensive option is November, where the median fare is around $760.

A typical journey from Gaborone to Zanzibar takes about 11h 40m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

The distance between Gaborone and Zanzibar is 2,484 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short domestic hop but not as extensive as a transatlantic flight.

How much is a round trip from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Regular price: $407 - $556

Prices for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 407 USD and 556 USD. The current lowest deal is 746 USD with Air Botswana for travel from Jan 8-Jan 15.

now $746

Low $407

High $556

The cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from GBE to ZNZ is August, with a median price of $718. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $760. Generally, prices are lower from August to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $718

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $760

Aug

Nov

Direct flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Air Botswana

Safair

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$708

$784

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana, Safair

$624

$803

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$576

$775

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$584

$775

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$560

$775

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$632

$775

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$708 → $770

5 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 3

$647 → $803

24%

8 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 6

$607 → $783

29%

15 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 30

$621 → $797

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Gaborone - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from GBE to ZNZ are above the typical level, with a median price of $483.

📅 Best time to fly

August and November are historically cheapest

Historically, August ($718) and November ($760) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 40m

Flights from GBE to ZNZ typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 11h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers recent deals

Air Botswana has recently offered deals for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Gaborone main airports to depart from

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Cheapest

Fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar, offering a convenient starting point for your journey.

📍 ~8 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$687

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.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$687

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international hub for Tanzania, offering frequent ferry and flight connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~$537

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From GBE

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Dec 24

Zanzibar, Tanzania

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$2,051

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Dec 19

Zanzibar, Tanzania

47% AI deal score

$2,051

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From GBE

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Zanzibar, Tanzania

47% AI deal score

$2,051

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From GBE

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Oct 10

Zanzibar, Tanzania

47% AI deal score

$2,120

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From GBE

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Oct 30

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$1,991

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From GBE

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Oct 23

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,002

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From GBE

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Oct 23

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,012

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From GBE

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Nov 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,014

South African Airways, +1

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From GBE

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Oct 12

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,051

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From GBE

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Jan 10

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,051

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From GBE

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Nov 12

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,051

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

From GBE

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Nov 28

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,051

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

Booking in advance is often recommended, but the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you decide when to purchase. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with lower prices.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more flight options or better prices. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always check ground transportation costs and convenience if considering alternative airports.

Gaborone to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Regular price: $407 - $556

Prices for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 407 USD and 556 USD. The current lowest deal is 746 USD with Air Botswana for travel from Jan 8-Jan 15.

now $746

Low $407

High $556

The cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

August

Cheapest

Flights from $718

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $760

Aug

Nov

Direct flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Air Botswana

Safair

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Thu, Oct 15

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$708

$784

One-way

Thu, Oct 22

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Air Botswana, Safair

$624

$803

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$576

$775

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$584

$775

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$560

$775

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

GBE - Zanzibar

Gaborone (GBE) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

South African Airways, Precision Air

$632

$775

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 12 - Oct 19

$708 → $770

5 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 3

$647 → $803

24%

8 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 6

$607 → $783

29%

15 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 30

$621 → $797

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Gaborone - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from GBE to ZNZ are above the typical level, with a median price of $483.

📅 Best time to fly

August and November are historically cheapest

Historically, August ($718) and November ($760) offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 11h 40m

Flights from GBE to ZNZ typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 11h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Direct flights are not available for this route; connecting flights are the only option.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Botswana offers recent deals

Air Botswana has recently offered deals for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar are historically rare, so book when you see a good price.

Gaborone main airports to depart from

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Cheapest

Fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar, offering a convenient starting point for your journey.

📍 ~8 km from Gaborone (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$687

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.

📍 ~7 km from Zanzibar (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$687

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international hub for Tanzania, offering frequent ferry and flight connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~$537

Zanzibar, Tanzania

46% AI deal score

$2,051

South African Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Gaborone to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Gaborone to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Gaborone to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Gaborone - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

August and November are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 11h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Botswana offers recent deals

Deals are rare for this route

Gaborone 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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Oct 10

Oct 30

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Gaborone to Zanzibar flights?

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

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Gaborone to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Gaborone to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Gaborone to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Gaborone to Zanzibar

Gaborone - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

August and November are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 11h 40m

Connecting flights are dominant

Air Botswana offers recent deals

Deals are rare for this route

Gaborone 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 24

Dec 19

Dec 24

Oct 10

Oct 30

Oct 23

Oct 23

Nov 21

Oct 12

Jan 10

Nov 12

Nov 28

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Gaborone to Zanzibar?

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