How many flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 44.3% of flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route can find direct options.

How long is the flight from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

The typical direct flight from Zanzibar to Nairobi has a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 602 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration was considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How much do direct flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi have been about 7% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $225, while connecting flights had a median price of $211. Direct flights constituted 43.1% of the available options in the trailing 90 days.

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Zanzibar to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi, December stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $176. September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $178, making it another strong option for budget-conscious travel. February follows as the next cheapest month, with a median fare of $209.

Fares for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi typically range from $201–$301, with a median price of $222. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Approximately 19% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding a deal can be challenging, but new deals appear almost daily.

When flying from Zanzibar to Nairobi, a meaningful share are non-stop, while the remaining itineraries typically connect once. This means you have options for both direct and connecting services, depending on your preference for convenience or potential cost savings.

A typical journey from Zanzibar to Nairobi takes about 4h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, providing a realistic expectation for your total travel time.

The route from Zanzibar to Nairobi covers a distance of 602 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul journey. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time and available flight options.

How much is a round trip from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Regular price: $325 - $466

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

The regular price range for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi is typically between $325 and $466. The current lowest deal is $251 with Air Tanzania for travel from Dec 1-Dec 3.

now $251

Low $325

High $466

The cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi is December, with a median price of $176. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $226. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $176

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $226

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Direct flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Régional

Last-minute flights going from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Nairobi

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Precision Air

$401

$410

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ZNZ - Nairobi

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Régional

$398

$410

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

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ZNZ - Nairobi

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Régional

$398

$424

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

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Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

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$518

$422

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Sun, Aug 2

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ZNZ - Nairobi

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Air Tanzania

$367

$335

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

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ZNZ - Nairobi

Zanzibar (ZNZ) - Nairobi (NBO)

Precision Air

$432

$395

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 9

$426 → $322

24%

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$518 → $422

19%

2 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 10

$419 → $335

20%

3 nights

Aug 8 - Aug 11

$417 → $335

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Zanzibar - Nairobi route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Zanzibar to Nairobi are below the typical level at $251.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $176.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 20m

The typical direct flight duration from Zanzibar to Nairobi is 4 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

44% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 44% of flights on this route are direct, with Régional offering direct service.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Tanzania offers a recent deal for $251

Air Tanzania recently offered a deal for $251 from Zanzibar to Nairobi for December 1-3.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Zanzibar main airports to depart from

Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ)

Cheapest

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Nairobi.

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

💸 Flights from ~$299

Nairobi main airports to arrive at

Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO)

Cheapest

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$299

Airports nearby Nairobi used as alternative

Kilimanjaro International (JRO)

Cheapest

Kilimanjaro International offers robust international travel, though it requires crossing an international border into Tanzania.

📍 ~270 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nairobi

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was around $260. Booking 60+ days out also presented a favorable average price of $267. Prices tended to be higher for bookings made 7-13 days out, averaging $285, and 14-27 days out, averaging $295.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zanzibar to Nairobi has been $201 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $222. Prices above $301 typically fell into the higher end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi, with a median price of $176. September also offered favorable prices, with a median of $178. The annual median price for this route was $222, indicating that these months offered significant savings compared to the yearly average.

Zanzibar to Nairobi: Overview

Insights for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi

How much is a round trip from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Regular price: $325 - $466

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

The regular price range for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi is typically between $325 and $466. The current lowest deal is $251 with Air Tanzania for travel from Dec 1-Dec 3.

now $251

Low $325

High $466

The cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi

December

Cheapest

Flights from $176

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $226

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec