Cheap Flights from London Heathrow to Zanzibar

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Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in June.

London Heathrow to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

London to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,861
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Zanzibar is R 11,734. 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 London Heathrow to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 11,734.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Zanzibar is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow 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, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

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)

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.

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