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Zanzibar.233 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 233 €, select.

Zanzibar.233 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 233 €, select.

Zanzibar.233 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 233 €, select.

Zanzibar.234 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sat, 6 Sep.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 234 €, select.

Zanzibar.235 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 235 €, select.

Zanzibar.235 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 235 €, select.

Zanzibar.238 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Skyward Express and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 238 €, select.

Zanzibar.251 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Mon, 10 Nov.Return flight with Skyward Express and Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From 251 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar

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

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Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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Nairobi to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	233 €
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Precision Air
Average flights per week	146

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar is 233 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar?

1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar.

Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar?

Precision Air, Kenya Airways and British Airways fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar.

How many flights are there a week from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar?

As of July 2025, there are 146 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta to Zanzibar is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 20 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Zanzibar Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport to Zanzibar with?

Currently, Skyward Express and Kenya Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Nairobi and Zanzibar share the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Flights from NBO to ZNZ start from 00:15 — the first with Kenya Airways. The last departure is at 21:10 with Precision Air. Overall, you can take your pick of 125 weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NBO to ZNZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Kenya Airways is your gateway to discovering Zanzibar (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Tanzania!). Browse the direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Kenya Airways.
The most punctual carrier offering NBO to ZNZ flights is Precision Air. Its services arrive without delay 77.05% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between NBO and ZNZ:
- Moi International Airport
- Julius Nyerere International Airport
- Kilimanjaro International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is 115 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 233 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from NBO to ZNZ by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Landing cheap flights from NBO to ZNZ is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, data shows 67.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Nairobi to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near NBO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Reserve a hotel close to ZNZ if you're catching a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own set of wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

Zanzibar International Airport to the centre of Zanzibar has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Zanzibar. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NBO to ZNZ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Tanzania, consider Morogoro, about 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are among its highlights.