Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

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Cheap Flights from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Ethiopian Airlines
Sat, 13 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$640 Return, found 12 hours ago
AU$640
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 13 Sep. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$640 found 12 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Wed, 27 Aug. - Mon, 1 Sep.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$728 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$728
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Wed, 27 Aug. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Mon, 1 Sep., priced at AU$728 found 3 days ago
Kenya Airways
Sat, 10 Jan. - Thu, 15 Jan.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$731 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$731
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sat, 10 Jan. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Thu, 15 Jan., priced at AU$731 found 6 days ago
Kenya Airways
Sun, 4 Jan. - Sat, 10 Jan.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$733 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$733
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sun, 4 Jan. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Sat, 10 Jan., priced at AU$733 found 2 days ago
Kenya Airways
Sat, 4 Oct. - Tue, 7 Oct.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$735 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$735
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sat, 4 Oct. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Tue, 7 Oct., priced at AU$735 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Sat, 13 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$738 Return, found 12 hours ago
AU$738
Return
found 12 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sat, 13 Sep. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at AU$738 found 12 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, 5 Dec. - Mon, 8 Dec.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$742 Return, just found
AU$742
Return
just found
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Mon, 8 Dec., priced at AU$742 just found
Hahn Air Technologies
Fri, 5 Dec. - Mon, 8 Dec.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$853 Return, just found
AU$853
Return
just found
Select Hahn Air Technologies flight, departing Fri, 5 Dec. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Mon, 8 Dec., priced at AU$853 just found
Uganda Airlines
Fri, 6 Feb. - Wed, 11 Feb.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$1,001 Return, found 6 days ago
AU$1,001
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Fri, 6 Feb. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Wed, 11 Feb., priced at AU$1,001 found 6 days ago
Qatar Airways
Mon, 26 Jan. - Fri, 30 Jan.
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
AU$1,657 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,657
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan. from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 30 Jan., priced at AU$1,657 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar Town (ZNZ)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$553 - AU$652 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar route information
Origin airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Destination airport
Zanzibar Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Hahn Air Technologies, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$640
Distance
596 km
Average flight time
1 hour 51 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar

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From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$640 to AU$1,657, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Zanzibar is normally in September.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip flights between Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) and Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) start from AU$640. That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from NBO to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but every airline has different terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from NBO to Zanzibar Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Nairobi Airport to Zanzibar Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Nairobi Airport to ZNZ?
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) (NBO) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) is 600 kilometres. You'll be disembarking the plane and picking up your bags from the carousel before long.
Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Airport to ZNZ?
With 60 monthly flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), Kenya Airways (KQ) is a top choice. Precision Air (PW) is another option. It operates 47 flights per month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a good deal from Nairobi to Zanzibar Town.
Are Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to ZNZ flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices go up and down like a yo-yo, so not always. While last-minute deals between Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) and Zanzibar Airport are of course possible, it also makes sense to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines advertise their prices up to 12 months prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so check back often and be ready to pounce when the price dips.

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