Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City from $162

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City (NBO-ZNZ)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Air Tanzania offers one-way fares as low as $162 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. NBO to ZNZ on Sun, Oct 4), while Air Tanzania offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $292 departing on Tue, Oct 13 and returning on Tue, Oct 20.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City with the following airlines, including: Flightlink Kenya Airways Precision Air Air Tanzania Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar City (ZNZ) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 37 minutes to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar City (ZNZ).

• When is the best time to book flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 46 flight per week flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar City. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Precision Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PW712 (21:01) Precision Air: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- PW718 (08:29)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  To find best deals on flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Oct 4, with one-way flights priced at just $162.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Flightlink.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Zanzibar City travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar City (ZNZ) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar City is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on September 11, 2026 with Precision Air, with prices starting at $281.

• Which airports can I fly into Zanzibar City from Nairobi?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Zanzibar City: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (NBO-ZNZ) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between Nairobi and Zanzibar City?

  The time difference between Zanzibar City and Nairobi is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Nairobi to Zanzibar City is $304. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar City?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Nairobi to Zanzibar City is $505. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar City on Trip.com?

  Enter Nairobi and Zanzibar City, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Nairobi to Zanzibar City route?

  Flightlinkare the most popular budget airlines flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar City. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.