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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Brisbane to Zanzibar? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.R 12,190 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Brisbane on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,190, select.
Zanzibar.R 21,626 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Brisbane on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 21,626, select.
Zanzibar.R 21,961 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Brisbane on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 21,961, select.
Zanzibar.R 24,630 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Brisbane on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 24,630, select.
Zanzibar.R 25,391 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Brisbane on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 25,391, select.
Zanzibar.R 28,392 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Brisbane on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 28,392, select.

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

Compare routes from Brisbane to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Brisbane to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 12,190
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Zanzibar is R 29,288. 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 Brisbane to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 29,288.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Brisbane to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Zanzibar is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Friday, 6 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Brisbane 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, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is seven hours behind Brisbane.

  • Your BNE to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between BNE and ZNZ.

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • At the moment, R 12,190 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 29,288. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BNE to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BNE to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Select 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 Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • 66.16% of flights that leave from Brisbane Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Brisbane Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Brisbane. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BNE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Zanzibar in February.

  • The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Brisbane Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNE to ZNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Zanzibar has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • Morogoro is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without experiencing Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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