Travelling from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Accra.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your ACC to ZNZ flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods 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.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ACC and ZNZ:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
404 € is the best price for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 552 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ACC to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
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Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kotoka International Airport, data shows 70.37% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Kotoka International Airport from central Accra, it takes around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to ACC? If you're catching an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Reserve a hotel near ZNZ if you're catching a late Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zanzibar and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zanzibar in February.
Book your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ACC to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've visited Zanzibar, now it's time to explore more of Tanzania. Travel about 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to tick off its leading attractions. From Lake Duluti to Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Morogoro is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without experiencing Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.