Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Athens.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATH to ZNZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ATH and ZNZ:
Istanbul Airport
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is R 6,281. A round-trip ticket right now is R 10,704. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from ATH to ZNZ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ATH to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
76% of flights leaving from Athens International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ATH:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
If you're landing on a late Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Grab a Zanzibar Airport rental car and discover Zanzibar and beyond with your own set of wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Zanzibar Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zanzibar. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Athens International Airport to Zanzibar Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATH to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Tanzania, consider Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are key highlights.