Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar three hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LHR to ZNZ flight.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and ZNZ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is R 6,861. A return ticket is currently R 11,734. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LHR to ZNZ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LHR to ZNZ.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Have an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel close to ZNZ if you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport to central Zanzibar has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Zanzibar. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.