Travelling from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Zanzibar is three hours ahead of Belfast. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Your flight from Belfast to ZNZ 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.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Belfast International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Belfast International Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
BHD is about 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to ZNZ flight:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ZNZ and get cosy, quick:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Abeid Amani Karume International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.
Getting from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, central Zanzibar is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
R 5,612 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start at R 14,467. These prices may change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Belfast to ZNZ, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
September is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), while December is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Belfast to ZNZ plane ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Zanzibar
Start your Zanzibar trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Belfast to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Zanzibar when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at House of Wonders followed by Nakupenda island & beach tours and Zanzibar travel tours.
Explore more of Tanzania
Morogoro is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've seen Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
Tanga is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without a visit to Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Forodhani.
