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Flight deals from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,591. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.R 1,448 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,448, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,539 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,539, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,556 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,556, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,590 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,590, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,595 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,595, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,595 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,595, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,595 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Sat, 6 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,595, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,595 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,595, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,691 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,691, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,727 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,727, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,817 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,817, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,862 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with Precision Air.Outbound direct flight with Precision Air departs from Kilimanjaro on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,862, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,884 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Precision Air.Outbound direct flight with Precision Air departs from Kilimanjaro on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,884, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,931 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound direct flight with Air Tanzania departs from Kilimanjaro on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,931, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,935 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kilimanjaro on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,935, select.
Zanzibar.R 1,935 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Ethiopian Airlines departs from Kilimanjaro on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,935, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 1,817
Aug
from R 1,691
Sep
from R 1,448
Oct
from R 1,556
Nov
from R 1,595
Dec
from R 1,539
Jan
from R 1,590
Feb
from R 1,595
Mar
from R 1,595
Apr
from R 1,595
May
from R 1,727
Jun
from R 2,117

Direct flights from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar

Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar
Closest
from R 1,448
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Dar Es Salaam

78km from central Zanzibar
Cheapest
from R 1,409
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Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,448
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 8 mins
Most popular airlinePrecision Air
Average flights per week184

Finding cheap flights from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar is R 2,553. 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.
1 hour and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar.
Precision Air, Hahn Air Systems and Flightlink LTD fly direct from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar.
As of July 2026, there are 185 flights per week flying from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 8 minutes.
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, Precision Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

  • Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar are in the same timezone, UTC+3.

  • You can take your pick of 52 weekly Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to make your JRO to ZNZ flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport. Travel nonstop to Zanzibar with these carriers and experience this amazing part of Tanzania:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Precision Air on this route.

  • Ethiopian Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for JRO to ZNZ flights, with 97.3% of services arriving on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between JRO and ZNZ:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

    • Dar Es Salaam Airport

    • Arusha Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • Currently, R 1,448 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,553. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JRO to ZNZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from JRO to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Kilimanjaro Airport (JRO)

  • 70% of flights that take off from Kilimanjaro Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Kilimanjaro Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Kilimanjaro. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you want a place to stay before your flight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport, take a look at Kia Lodge. It's a short drive from JRO.

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Zanzibar and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Zanzibar in March.

  • Lock in your flight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar Airport for February if you'd like to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JRO to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've visited Zanzibar, now it's time to explore more of Tanzania. Journey around 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to tick off its popular sights. From Kilimanjaro info to Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another great destination in Tanzania, consider Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are key reasons to visit.

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