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Flight deals from Zurich to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $731. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Zanzibar.$643 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 23, returning Sun, Nov 29.Round-trip flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zurich on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Nov 29, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $643, select.

Zanzibar.$655 per passenger.Departing Sun, Dec 6, returning Thu, Dec 24.Round-trip flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zurich on Sun, Dec 6, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zanzibar on Thu, Dec 24, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $655, select.

Zanzibar.$678 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 5, returning Fri, Dec 18.Round-trip flight with AJet and Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departing from Zurich on Thu, Nov 5, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Dec 18, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $678, select.

Zanzibar.$685 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 30, returning Fri, Nov 6.Round-trip flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zurich on Fri, Oct 30, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Nov 6, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $685, select.

Zanzibar.$696 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 18, returning Sun, Jan 31.Round-trip flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Mon, Jan 18, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Jan 31, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $696, select.

Zanzibar.$703 per passenger.Departing Thu, Feb 4, returning Fri, Feb 12.Round-trip flight with Pegasus Airlines and Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Zurich on Thu, Feb 4, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Feb 12, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $703, select.

Zanzibar.$721 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 30, returning Fri, Feb 12.Round-trip flight with Iberia and Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departing from Zurich on Sat, Jan 30, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Feb 12, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $721, select.

Zanzibar.$724 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 8, returning Mon, Mar 22.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Mon, Mar 8, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Mon, Mar 22, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $724, select.

Zanzibar.$731 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 21, returning Fri, Oct 30.Round-trip flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zurich on Wed, Oct 21, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Oct 30, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $731, select.

Zanzibar.$734 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 16, returning Tue, Mar 9.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Tue, Feb 16, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Tue, Mar 9, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $734, select.

Zanzibar.$735 per passenger.Departing Mon, May 10, returning Tue, May 25.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Mon, May 10, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Tue, May 25, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $735, select.

Zanzibar.$746 per passenger.Departing Thu, Mar 25, returning Fri, Apr 9.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Thu, Mar 25, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Apr 9, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $746, select.

Zanzibar.$760 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 29, returning Fri, May 7.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Thu, Apr 29, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, May 7, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $760, select.

Zanzibar.$762 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 4, returning Thu, Jun 17.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Fri, Jun 4, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Thu, Jun 17, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $762, select.

Zanzibar.$763 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 25, returning Sun, Jun 6.Round-trip flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zurich on Tue, May 25, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from Zanzibar on Sun, Jun 6, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $763, select.

Zanzibar.$764 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 23, returning Fri, Jan 29.Round-trip flight with Oman Air and Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departing from Zurich on Mon, Nov 23, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departing from Zanzibar on Fri, Jan 29, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From $764, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Zurich to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zurich to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar

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Dar Es Salaam

78km from central Zanzibar

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Zurich to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$643
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Zurich to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zurich to Zanzibar is $643. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Zurich to Zanzibar?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from $643.

How many flights are there a week from Zurich to Zanzibar?

There are no flights flying from Zurich to Zanzibar, as of September 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zurich to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Zanzibar is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Monday, November 23, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar?

Currently, Oman Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Zurich.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your ZRH to ZNZ flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is $282. A round-trip fare is currently $643. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ZRH to ZNZ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ZRH to ZNZ.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Zurich Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Zurich Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to ZRH:

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

Reserve a hotel near ZNZ if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zanzibar and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Zanzibar Airport around one week in advance.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

July is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Zanzibar in March.
Book your flight from Zurich Airport to Zanzibar Airport for February if you want to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to ZNZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Tanzania

Zanzibar has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometers north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometers south-west of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without experiencing Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.