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Zanzibar.323 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Fri, 25 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 323 €, select.
Zanzibar.323 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Sat, 9 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 323 €, select.
Zanzibar.323 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 323 €, select.
Zanzibar.324 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 324 €, select.
Zanzibar.324 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 324 €, select.
Zanzibar.324 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec, returning Sun, 14 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 324 €, select.
Zanzibar.324 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 324 €, select.
Zanzibar.324 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Lusaka.Price includes taxes and charges.From 324 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lusaka to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Lusaka to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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Lusaka to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found323 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lusaka to Zanzibar is 323 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Lusaka to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from 323 €.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Lusaka to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 2 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lusaka Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Lusaka.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LUN to ZNZ flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between LUN and ZNZ:

    • Julius Nyerere International Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • At the moment, 196 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 323 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LUN to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LUN to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN)

  • 75.34% of flights that depart Kenneth Kaunda International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Lusaka to Kenneth Kaunda International Airport is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LUN:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • If you have a late Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near ZNZ:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and discover more of Zanzibar and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week ahead.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport to central Zanzibar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zanzibar. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from LUN to ZNZ in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. No visit is complete without checking out Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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