Flying from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the most popular stopovers between FIH and ZNZ:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from FIH to ZNZ, check if you need a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa and travel document requirements may differ and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from N'djili Airport (FIH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is 644 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 595 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from FIH to ZNZ, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from FIH to ZNZ every day.
Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about N'djili Airport (FIH)
N'djili Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Kinshasa. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 41 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, check out Hotel Stella. It's a quick drive from FIH.
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Zanzibar in February.
Lock in your flight from N'djili Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FIH to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Zanzibar
Start your Zanzibar trip right by finding a wonderful stay. Once you've booked your flight from FIH to ZNZ, browse our selection of hotel options including:
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Complete your Zanzibar trip with hotels and a car rental
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