How often are flights from Cape Town to Tanzania delayed?

Historically, on average around 15% of flights between Cape Town and Tanzania have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 281 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cape Town Intl to Tanzania?

Airlink, Air Tanzania, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Tanzania

What is the most punctual flight time for Cape Town to Tanzania flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airlines fly to Tanzania?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and Air Tanzania are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tanzania from Cape Town according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Tanzania. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Tanzania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cape Town to Tanzania flights?

According to our data, Air Tanzania have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 15% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania?

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania?

The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania is 6 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tanzania can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tanzania. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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13:50 - 3:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

12h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:50 - 13:00DAR Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R6 837Ethiopian Air

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22

15:10 - 3:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:50 - 13:00DAR Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R6 965Ethiopian Air

Fri, Sep 4 - Sat, Sep 12

17:30 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

27h 00m1 stop Dar Es Salaam

22:00 - 16:20ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m1 stop Dar Es Salaam

R7 013Air Tanzania

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26

17:30 - 21:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

27h 00m1 stop Dar Es Salaam

14:10 - 16:20ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

27h 10m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls

R7 013Air Tanzania

Sun, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 26

17:30 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

12h 20m1 stop Dar Es Salaam

22:00 - 16:20ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

19h 20m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls

R7 827Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3

17:30 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

12h 20m1 stop Dar Es Salaam

7:30 - 16:20ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 50m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Victoria Falls

R8 195Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 27

14:25 - 13:50CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

22h 25m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone

R8 434Kenya Airways

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

14:25 - 9:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

17h 40m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

21:05 - 13:35DAR Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl

17h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R8 610Kenya Airways

Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 19

8:15 - 14:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

5h 15mdirect

15:15 - 19:45ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

5h 30mdirect

R10 862Airlink

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

8:15 - 14:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

5h 15mdirect

15:15 - 19:45ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

5h 30mdirect

R10 910Airlink

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

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15:10 - 3:05CPT Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

10h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

3:50 - 13:00DAR Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R6 869Ethiopian Air

Sat, Aug 29 - Fri, Sep 4

13:50 - 3:30CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

12h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Arusha Kilimanjaro

4:20 - 14:10ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R7 140Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

15:10 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

18h 45m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

19:10 - 13:00ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

18h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R7 172Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

13:50 - 10:55CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

20h 05m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

4:20 - 14:10ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole

R7 172Ethiopian Air

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

15:10 - 17:20CPT Cape Town Intl-DAR Dar Es Salaam

25h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Zanzibar Intl

16:00 - 14:10DAR Dar Es Salaam-CPT Cape Town Intl

23h 10m2 stops Zanzibar Intl Addis Ababa Bole

R8 562Multiple Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 5

15:10 - 7:35CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

15h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam

22:30 - 13:00ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

15h 30m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole

R8 754Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 6

15:10 - 6:50CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

14h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Dar Es Salaam

12:00 - 13:00ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

26h 00m2 stops Dar Es Salaam Addis Ababa Bole

R9 776Multiple Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4

14:25 - 2:40CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

11h 15m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R10 750Kenya Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2

14:25 - 9:00CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

17h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

20:40 - 6:00ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

10h 20m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

R10 766Kenya Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 14

14:25 - 9:00CPT Cape Town Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

17h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

4:40 - 13:35ZNZ Zanzibar Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl

9h 55m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls

R10 766Kenya Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 14

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Air Tanzania flights from Cape Town to Tanzania

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Air Tanzania

Sept 13

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

27h 00m

1 stop

ZNZ21:30Zanzibar Intl

Sept 26

ZNZ22:00Zanzibar Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

CPT16:20Cape Town Intl

R7 013

Air Tanzania

Feb 11

CPT18:55Cape Town Intl

25h 25m

1 stop

ZNZ21:20Zanzibar Intl

Feb 20

ZNZ22:00Zanzibar Intl

20h 45m

2 stops

CPT17:45Cape Town Intl

R7 699

Air Tanzania

Sept 10

CPT17:30Cape Town Intl

27h 00m

1 stop

ZNZ21:30Zanzibar Intl

Sept 17

ZNZ7:30Zanzibar Intl

9h 50m

2 stops

CPT16:20Cape Town Intl

R7 731

Ethiopian Air flights from Cape Town to Tanzania

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Ethiopian Air

Sept 17

CPT13:50Cape Town Intl

12h 15m

1 stop

DAR3:05Dar Es Salaam

Sept 22

DAR3:50Dar Es Salaam

10h 10m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

R6 837

Ethiopian Air

Aug 29

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

DAR3:05Dar Es Salaam

Sept 4

DAR3:50Dar Es Salaam

10h 10m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

R6 869

Ethiopian Air

Sept 4

CPT15:10Cape Town Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

DAR3:05Dar Es Salaam

Sept 12

DAR3:50Dar Es Salaam

10h 10m

1 stop

CPT13:00Cape Town Intl

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Thu 17/9

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Tue 22/9

3:50-13:00

1 stop10h 10m

R6 837

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CPT Cape Town Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

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Sat 12/9

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R6 965

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R7 013

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14:10-16:20

2 stops27h 10m

R7 013

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sun 27/9

17:30-6:50

1 stop12h 20m

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Sat 3/10

22:00-16:20

2 stops19h 20m

R7 827

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

17:30-6:50

1 stop12h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 27/9

7:30-16:20

2 stops9h 50m

R8 195

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 16/10

14:25-13:50

2 stops22h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 18/10

4:40-13:35

2 stops9h 55m

R8 434

Cape TownDar Es Salaam

CPT Cape Town Intl - DAR Dar Es Salaam

CPTDAR

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

14:25-9:05

2 stops17h 40m

Dar Es Salaam

Tue 19/1

21:05-13:35

2 stops17h 30m

R8 610

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Cape TownZanzibar

CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

8:15-14:30

Nonstop5h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/10

15:15-19:45

Nonstop5h 30m

R10 862

Cape TownZanzibar

CPT Cape Town Intl - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

CPTZNZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 10/10

8:15-14:30

Nonstop5h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 17/10

15:15-19:45

Nonstop5h 30m

R10 910

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tanzania?

If you aren’t able to travel to Tanzania during the month of September, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R8 929.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to Tanzania flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Tanzania?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tanzania from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tanzania for around R9 530 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Tanzania from Cape Town for as low as R9 025 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town to Tanzania flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town to Tanzania flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Cape Town to Tanzania flight.

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Best price found	R1 965
Fastest flight time	5h 15m
Direct flights	Mon, Fri and Sun
Airports in Tanzania	32 airports

The best one-way flight to Tanzania from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R1 965. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Tanzania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R6 837.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Tanzania takes 5h 15m

Direct flights go from Cape Town to Tanzania on Monday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Air Tanzania..

There are 32 airports in Tanzania. From Cape Town there are direct flights to Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Cape Town to Tanzania

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania?
The number of operators available for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Tanzania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tanzania can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tanzania. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to Tanzania?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Tanzania, the leading plane model is Embraer 195 E2, making up 67,24% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 with 16,38%, Airbus A220-300 with 13,79%, and Embraer 190 with 0,86%.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 566	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 032 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R6 474	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 24 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R7 030	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 326 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom R8 077	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 64 reviews	Search South African flights
Airlink	PriceFrom R8 380	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,4 90 reviews	Search Airlink flights
FlySafair	PriceFrom R8 815	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,3 133 reviews	Search FlySafair flights

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