Flying from Harare Airport (HRE) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, making Zanzibar one hour ahead of Harare.
To ensure you get on your HRE to ZNZ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Harare Airport to Zanzibar Airport. Many passengers pass through Addis Ababa Airport when flying between HRE and ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Harare Airport (HRE) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Harare Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is R 3,585. A round-trip ticket right now is R 6,314. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from HRE to ZNZ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Harare Airport (HRE)
Of all flights departing from Harare Airport, 68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Harare Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Harare. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near HRE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Harare Airport to Zanzibar Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Harare Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Zanzibar Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Harare Airport to Zanzibar Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Zanzibar in March.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Harare Airport to Zanzibar Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HRE to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you'll want to see. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are key highlights.