Travelling from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Kigali.
Your KGL to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between KGL and ZNZ:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Julius Nyerere International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kigali International Airport (KGL) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is 266 €. A return ticket right now is 402 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from KGL to ZNZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KGL to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Of all flights departing from Kigali International Airport, 71.6% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Kigali International Airport from central Kigali, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near KGL? If you've booked an early flight from Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're coming in on a late Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and see more of Zanzibar and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Zanzibar in February.
Lock in your flight from Kigali International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to visit Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KGL to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. No visit is complete without checking out Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.