Which airlines fly to Tanzania?

Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Air and Air Tanzania are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tanzania from South Africa according to our data. Kenya Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Tanzania. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Tanzania on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Tanzania?

FlySafair, Airlink, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Tanzania

How many flights depart from South Africa to Tanzania on average per day?

The number of flights available between South Africa and Tanzania is 3 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 68% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from South Africa to Tanzania on average per week?

The number of flights available between South Africa and Tanzania is 25 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Tanzania?

On average, it takes 3h 30m to fly from South Africa to Tanzania if you fly out of Johannesburg (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Zanzibar (the most popular airport in Tanzania). If you’re flying out of Cape Town and into Zanzibar, then the flight time is around 11h 55m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Tanzania?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Tanzania were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Tanzania?

As of September 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Tanzania.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Tanzania?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Tanzania.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Tanzania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tanzania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Tanzania

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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 May, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R6 528.

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

The cheapest day to depart from South Africa to Tanzania is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R7 720. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around R9 015. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Tanzania.

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

Flying to Tanzania from South Africa in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R7 379 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R8 916.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Tanzania flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Tanzania from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Tanzania for around R7 224 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 South Africa for as low as R7 153 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Tanzania flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Tanzania flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Tanzania flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to Tanzania.

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Best price found	R3 349
Fastest flight time	3h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Tanzania	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Tanzania from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R3 349. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Tanzania found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R7 764.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Tanzania takes 3h 25m

Direct flights go from South Africa to Tanzania every day.

There are 2 airports near Tanzania: Dar Es Salaam (DAR), Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Tanzania?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Tanzania were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Tanzania?
As of September 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Tanzania.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Tanzania?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from South Africa to Tanzania.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tanzania?
The required travel and health documents for your Tanzania trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tanzania. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from South Africa to Tanzania?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from South Africa to Tanzania is Airbus A220-300 (16,39% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 (16,25%), Embraer 190 (16,08%), and Boeing 737 (15,15%).

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Airlink	PriceFrom R3 455	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,6 76 reviews	Search Airlink flights
RwandAir	PriceFrom R5 266	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 36 reviews	Search RwandAir flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R5 358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 861 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Kenya Airways	PriceFrom R5 484	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,9 280 reviews	Search Kenya Airways flights
FlySafair	PriceFrom R5 610	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,3 116 reviews	Search FlySafair flights
Air Tanzania	PriceFrom R6 107	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,8 15 reviews	Search Air Tanzania flights
South African	PriceFrom R6 414	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 44 reviews	Search South African flights
Zambia Airways	PriceFrom R7 153	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,0 6 reviews	Search Zambia Airways flights
Hahn Air Systems	PriceFrom R10 055	Free Cancellation	Rating 5,0 6 reviews	Search Hahn Air Systems flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R10 733	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 624 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Tanzania from South Africa which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Tanzania from South Africa.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Tanzania

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Tanzania?

If you aren’t able to travel to Tanzania during the month of May, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R6 528.

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

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

Flying to Tanzania from South Africa in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R7 379 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R8 916.

What is the cheapest South Africa to Tanzania flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Zanzibar Intl for the best South Africa - Tanzania flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to Tanzania flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to Tanzania flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to Tanzania flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between South Africa to Tanzania.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Tanzania?

FlySafair, Airlink, and RwandAir are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Tanzania

Which airlines fly to Tanzania?

How many flights depart from South Africa to Tanzania on average per day?

The number of flights available between South Africa and Tanzania is 3 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 22:00, with 68% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from South Africa to Tanzania on average per week?

The number of flights available between South Africa and Tanzania is 25 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long is the flight from South Africa to Tanzania?

On average, it takes 3h 30m to fly from South Africa to Tanzania if you fly out of Johannesburg (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Zanzibar (the most popular airport in Tanzania). If you’re flying out of Cape Town and into Zanzibar, then the flight time is around 11h 55m.

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Best airlines flying from South Africa to Tanzania

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from South Africa to Tanzania?

Can I find flights from South Africa to Tanzania with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from South Africa to Tanzania?

I’m not ready to book a flight from South Africa to Tanzania right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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