Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 30m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Johannesburg (JNB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 38m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Zanzibar?

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

FlySafair, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl

Which airlines fly to Zanzibar?

Ethiopian Air, Kenya Airways and FlySafair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar from Cape Town according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Zanzibar. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Zanzibar on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average return price of R9 703.

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

Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport refresh daily.

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

As of July 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Zanzibar Intl Airport 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 Zanzibar Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

If you don’t want to visit Zanzibar in March, then you should wait until April to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 645.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Zanzibar. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R10 216. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around R10 760. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Zanzibar.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Zanzibar is at midday. Flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar during this time can be as low as R10 296. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around R10 589. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Zanzibar?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zanzibar from Cape Town when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zanzibar for around R10 333 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zanzibar from Cape Town for as low as R9 930 on momondo.

How have Cape Town to Zanzibar flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Cape Town to Zanzibar flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Zanzibar from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is R4 778. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to Zanzibar found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R8 237.

The fastest flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar takes 6h 50m

There are no direct flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cape Town Intl Airport - Zanzibar Intl Airport.

There is 1 airport near Zanzibar: Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)

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How far is Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl by plane?
Cape Town Intl and Zanzibar Intl are 3751,6 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport?
As of July 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zanzibar Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Zanzibar Intl Airport 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 Zanzibar Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to Zanzibar?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Cape Town and Zanzibar, the leading airline is Ethiopian Air, making up 58% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Kenya Airways with 36%, FlySafair with 5%, and Qatar Airways with 0%.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

If you don’t want to visit Zanzibar in March, then you should wait until April to fly from Cape Town, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R9 645.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Zanzibar?

How have Cape Town to Zanzibar flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Cape Town to Zanzibar flights are approximately 8% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

FlySafair, Kenya Airways, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Cape Town Intl to Zanzibar Intl

Which airlines fly to Zanzibar?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Cape Town and Zanzibar?

Addis Ababa (ADD) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Flights via Addis Ababa (ADD) offer the lowest average return price of R9 703.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Flights connecting via Addis Ababa (ADD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 30m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

Johannesburg (JNB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 38m.

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