Flying from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar two hours behind Islamabad.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your ISB to ZNZ flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between ISB and ZNZ:
Muscat International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is R 6,747. A return plane ticket right now is R 13,136. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ISB to ZNZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
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Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Islamabad to Islamabad International Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ISB:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ZNZ if you're taking a late Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and see more of Zanzibar and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week before you travel.
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 Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Zanzibar in February.
Before locking in your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ISB to ZNZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are the start of reasons to visit.