Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between BHX and ZNZ are:
Dubai Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Tanzania, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the latest information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BHX to ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is 355 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 672 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from BHX to ZNZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from BHX to ZNZ every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham, Birmingham International Airport can be reached in about 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 48 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near BHX. Whether you're on an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel close to ZNZ if you have a late flight from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Zanzibar. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BHX to ZNZ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zanzibar
Start your Zanzibar trip right by finding a great stay. After booking your flight from BHX to ZNZ, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Old Fort and Abdul Hamid Guide Francophone Zanzibar/Tanzania are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Zanzibar must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.
Complete your Zanzibar trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Zanzibar International Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Zanzibar stay.