Travelling from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Bangkok has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Bangkok. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Bangkok to ZNZ. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Bangkok to ZNZ leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
67.87% of flights that depart Suvarnabhumi Airport make it to their destination on time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can get to DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to ZNZ flight:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on time.
About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel near ZNZ if you have a late flight from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the 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 to explore Zanzibar and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around one week before your Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Right now, 281 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 660 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Bangkok to ZNZ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Bangkok to ZNZ.
Find an affordable flight from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). July is when most people travel to Zanzibar. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
Lock in a Bangkok to ZNZ plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Zanzibar
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Zanzibar right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Zanzibar International Airport:
Your trip to Zanzibar should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions you won't want to miss include Nakupenda island & beach tours, House of Wonders and Zanzibar travel tours.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you should also see. About 177 kilometres west of Zanzibar, a trip to Morogoro will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
Around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar, Tanga is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet.