Flying from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar is two hours ahead of Stockholm and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your ARN to ZNZ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the top stopovers between ARN and ZNZ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
R 8,624 is the best price for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 14,796. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from ARN to ZNZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ARN to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
73.1% of flights taking off from Stockholm Arlanda Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Stockholm Arlanda Airport from central Stockholm, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near ARN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ZNZ if you're on a late Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Zanzibar in February.
Before locking in your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ARN to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, popular 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. Start your sightseeing at Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.