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

Direct flights offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper, making them a good option if you prioritize savings over speed. Consider your budget and schedule when deciding between direct and connecting flights.

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

What extra costs should I check before booking Marrakesh 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. Understanding these additional expenses can help you calculate the true total cost of your journey.

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2026-11-14 – 2026-11-21
RAK - Zanzibar
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$829
$626
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$807
$635
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Marrakesh to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that travelers should expect to factor in at least one stop when planning their journey between these two cities.

A typical journey from Marrakesh to Zanzibar takes approximately 26h 35m, including connections. This long-haul route covers a substantial distance, making connecting flights a common part of the travel experience. Travelers should plan for a significant amount of time in transit.

Fares from Marrakesh to Zanzibar typically range from $752–$965, with a median price of $847. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level. Unfortunately, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptional value can be challenging. New deals show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on price alerts may be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar, September stands out with a median fare of $810. Following closely, October offers a median fare of $815, and February presents a median of $825. These months tend to offer slightly more favorable prices compared to the overall median for the route.

How much is a round trip from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Regular price: $712 - $1,113

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

The regular price range for this route is between 712 USD and 1113 USD. The current lowest deal is 655 USD with Ryanair for travel from Nov 14-Nov 21.

now $655

Low $712

High $1,113

The cheapest time to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

The cheapest month to fly from RAK to ZNZ is September, with a median price of $810. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1022. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $810

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,022

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

easyJet UK

Ryanair

Aero Services Executive

Air Cairo

Last-minute flights going from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ryanair

$932

$1,105

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ryanair

$867

$1,029

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ryanair

$879

$1,087

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TAP Portugal, TUI fly Netherlands

$889

$873

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

easyJet UK

$882

$893

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TAP Portugal

$978

$847

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 21

$829 → $640

23%

14 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 28

$807 → $635

21%

8 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 13

$879 → $785

11%

8 nights

Jan 16 - Jan 24

$843 → $778

Popular Airports to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Marrakesh - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Marrakesh to Zanzibar are currently at $655, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September, October, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar typically take 26h 35m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are the norm

There are no direct flights available; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers a recent deal

Ryanair recently offered a deal for $655 from Marrakesh to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar are available on a regular basis.

Marrakesh main airports to depart from

Marrakesh Menara (RAK)

Cheapest

Marrakesh Menara Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar.

📍 ~5 km from Marrakesh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,043

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a convenient arrival point for your trip to Zanzibar.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,043

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international gateway for Tanzania with superior international connectivity.

📍 ~79 km from Zanzibar (requires a transfer from Zanzibar island to the mainland)

💸 Flights from ~$1,091

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zanzibar

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Best Elite deals to Zanzibar

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From RAK

Elite

Sep 20

Zanzibar, Tanzania

94% AI deal score

$4,357

$2,258

Save $2,099

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Oct 23

Zanzibar, Tanzania

93% AI deal score

$4,542

$2,528

Save $2,014

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 05

Zanzibar, Tanzania

93% AI deal score

$4,529

$2,604

Save $1,925

TAP Portugal, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

93% AI deal score

$4,518

$2,662

Save $1,856

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,345

$2,638

Save $1,707

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,257

$2,658

Save $1,599

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,338

$2,662

Save $1,676

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,230

$2,666

Save $1,564

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,292

$2,676

Save $1,616

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Oct 18

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,469

$2,680

Save $1,789

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 11

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,286

$2,706

Save $1,580

Royal Air Maroc, +1

Business Class

From RAK

Elite

Sep 26

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,320

$2,737

Save $1,583

Aegean Airlines, +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 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, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fare trends. The ideal booking time can vary, so comparing prices over a period is usually beneficial.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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Marrakesh to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Regular price: $712 - $1,113

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

The regular price range for this route is between 712 USD and 1113 USD. The current lowest deal is 655 USD with Ryanair for travel from Nov 14-Nov 21.

now $655

Low $712

High $1,113

The cheapest time to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

September

Cheapest

Flights from $810

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,022

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

easyJet UK

Ryanair

Aero Services Executive

Air Cairo

Last-minute flights going from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ryanair

$932

$1,105

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ryanair

$867

$1,029

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Ryanair

$879

$1,087

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TAP Portugal, TUI fly Netherlands

$889

$873

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

easyJet UK

$882

$893

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

RAK - Zanzibar

Marrakesh (RAK) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

TAP Portugal

$978

$847

One-way

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

7 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 21

$829 → $640

23%

14 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 28

$807 → $635

21%

8 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 13

$879 → $785

11%

8 nights

Jan 16 - Jan 24

$843 → $778

Popular Airports to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Marrakesh - Zanzibar route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Marrakesh to Zanzibar are currently at $655, which is below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September, October, and February offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

Flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar typically take 26h 35m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are the norm

There are no direct flights available; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers a recent deal

Ryanair recently offered a deal for $655 from Marrakesh to Zanzibar.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar are available on a regular basis.

Marrakesh main airports to depart from

Marrakesh Menara (RAK)

Cheapest

Marrakesh Menara Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar.

📍 ~5 km from Marrakesh city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,043

Zanzibar main airports to arrive at

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a convenient arrival point for your trip to Zanzibar.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,043

Airports nearby Zanzibar used as alternative

Julius Nyerere International (DAR)

Julius Nyerere International is a primary international gateway for Tanzania with superior international connectivity.

Zanzibar, Tanzania

92% AI deal score

$4,320

$2,737

Save $1,583

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

Cheap Flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Today’s best flight deals from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Marrakesh to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Marrakesh - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Expect a long-haul flight

Connecting flights are the norm

Ryanair offers a recent deal

Deals appear regularly

Marrakesh 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 23

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Marrakesh to Zanzibar flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Marrakesh

Flights to Zanzibar from other cities

Marrakesh to Zanzibar: Overview

Insights for flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

How much is a round trip from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

The cheapest time to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Direct flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Last-minute flights going from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

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

Popular Airports to fly from Marrakesh to Zanzibar

Marrakesh - Zanzibar route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Expect a long-haul flight

Connecting flights are the norm

Ryanair offers a recent deal

Deals appear regularly

Marrakesh 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 20

Oct 23

Sep 05

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 11

Oct 18

Sep 11

Sep 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zanzibar

How can I find cheap flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar?

When should I book flights from Marrakesh to Zanzibar?

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