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

Athens International to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Athens to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found520 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Zanzibar is 520 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Athens International to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from 520 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Athens International to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Zanzibar is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Athens International Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar one hour ahead of Athens.

  • To ensure you catch your ATH to ZNZ flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ATH and ZNZ:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • Currently, 291 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 520 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from ATH to ZNZ, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from ATH to ZNZ.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • 77.19% of flights that take off from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is about 40 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • Consider booking a hotel near ZNZ if you're on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zanzibar and beyond.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport to the centre of Zanzibar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When booking your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from ATH to ZNZ in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Zanzibar is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • 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.

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