Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar is three hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your STN to ZNZ flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Many passengers pass through Dubai Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Currently, $318 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $653. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from STN to ZNZ, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from STN to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
Of the flights that depart from Stansted Airport, 64.73% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near STN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're getting in on a late Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Pick up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and discover Zanzibar and beyond with your own wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport to the center of Zanzibar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Zanzibar in February.
Lock in your flight from Stansted Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to ZNZ sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometers north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Tanzania, consider Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometers south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are key highlights.