Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport is 5 hours 50 minutes.
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Doha.
You can choose from six weekly Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flights. The 01:40 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest you can take. Qatar Airways operates the last service of the day at 02:10.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to ZNZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Zanzibar (and then seeing more of Tanzania!) is a cinch with Qatar Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
Qatar Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a reliable 98.36% of services landing on schedule, Qatar Airways has the best on-time record for DOH to ZNZ flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DOH and ZNZ:
Dubai Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Dar Es Salaam Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is 248 €. A round-trip fare right now is 429 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DOH to ZNZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from DOH arrive on schedule 81% of the time.
Hamad International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Doha. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to DOH? If you've booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Zanzibar in March.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Zanzibar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DOH to ZNZ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
If you're eager to discover another side of Tanzania, consider Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are the start of reasons to visit.