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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more budget-friendly. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities, whether it's cost savings or a shorter journey.

Can flexible travel dates help on Lusaka 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 within the same week. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may result in savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Lusaka 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 additional fees can help you budget accurately.

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2026-10-03 – 2026-10-05
LUN - Zanzibar
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Lusaka to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Right now, only 4% of recent fares for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar are classified as a good price. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Prices typically range from $515–$1161, with a median of $789.

For cheap flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar, the most affordable times to fly are typically November, with a median fare of $364, followed by August at $380, and July at $424. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

A typical journey from Lusaka to Zanzibar takes approximately 15h 5m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 1552 km. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2.

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Regular price: $393 - $565

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

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar is between $393 and $565. The current lowest deal is $396 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 5.

now $396

Low $393

High $565

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from Lilongwe to Zanzibar is November, with a median price of $364. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $939. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $364

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $939

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Air Tanzania

Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$533

$494

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$612

$574

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$604

$562

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$573

$472

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$486

$509

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$521

$404

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 24 - Sep 25

$526 → $402

24%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$521 → $403

23%

1 night

Sep 20 - Sep 21

$585 → $470

20%

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

$566 → $478

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Lusaka - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Zanzibar are above the typical level at $396.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $364.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 15h 5m

The typical flight duration with connections from Lusaka to Zanzibar is 15 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is primarily served by connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers a recent deal for $396

Kenya Airways recently offered a flight for $396 from Lusaka to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) is a good option for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a good arrival option for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$389

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Zanzibar, Tanzania

82% AI deal score

$4,348

$1,936

Save $2,412

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Nov 13

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$2,180

$1,197

Save $983

Kenya Airways

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,074

$1,936

Save $2,138

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,074

$1,936

Save $2,138

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,074

$1,936

Save $2,138

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,074

$1,936

Save $2,138

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,110

$1,936

Save $2,174

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,110

$1,936

Save $2,174

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

81% AI deal score

$4,069

$1,936

Save $2,133

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

77% AI deal score

$4,213

$1,562

Save $2,651

Air Tanzania

Business Class

From LUN

Elite

Dec 21

Zanzibar, Tanzania

77% AI deal score

$4,213

$1,810

Save $2,403

Rwandair Express, +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 also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear, so it's wise to monitor fares. There isn't a single perfect time, as prices can fluctuate based on various factors.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel, it could potentially lead to savings on airfare. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

Lusaka to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Regular price: $393 - $565

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

The regular price range for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar is between $393 and $565. The current lowest deal is $396 with Kenya Airways, for travel from Oct 3-Oct 5.

now $396

Low $393

High $565

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

November

Cheapest

Flights from $364

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $939

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Air Tanzania

Kenya Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$533

$494

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

$612

$574

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$604

$562

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$573

$472

One-way

Tue, Sep 22

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$486

$509

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

LUN - Zanzibar

Lusaka (LUN) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Kenya Airways

$521

$404

One-way

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

1 night

Sep 24 - Sep 25

$526 → $402

24%

2 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 27

$521 → $403

23%

1 night

Sep 20 - Sep 21

$585 → $470

20%

5 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 9

$566 → $478

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Lusaka - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Lusaka to Zanzibar are above the typical level at $396.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $364.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 15h 5m

The typical flight duration with connections from Lusaka to Zanzibar is 15 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is primarily served by connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Kenya Airways offers a recent deal for $396

Kenya Airways recently offered a flight for $396 from Lusaka to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Lusaka main airports to depart from

Kenneth Kaunda International (LUN)

Cheapest

Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) is a good option for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$389

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a good arrival option for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar.

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

💸 Flights from ~$389

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Cheapest

Consider this airport as it is Tanzania's primary international hub and extremely close to Zanzibar.

Zanzibar, Tanzania

77% AI deal score

$4,213

$1,810

Save $2,403

Rwandair Express, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Lusaka to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Lusaka - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights take 15h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Kenya Airways offers a recent deal for $396

Deals appear frequently on this route

Lusaka 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 Lusaka to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Lusaka to Zanzibar flights?

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

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Lusaka to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Lusaka to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Lusaka to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Lusaka - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Connecting flights take 15h 5m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Kenya Airways offers a recent deal for $396

Deals appear frequently on this route

Lusaka 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 28

Dec 11

Nov 13

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 11

Dec 20

Dec 21

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar?

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