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Flight deals from Lusaka to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 7,796. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.R 3,924 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,924, select.
Zanzibar.R 3,925 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,925, select.
Zanzibar.R 3,925 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,925, select.
Zanzibar.R 3,956 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,956, select.
Zanzibar.R 4,007 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,007, select.
Zanzibar.R 4,047 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 May.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 14 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,047, select.
Zanzibar.R 4,081 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,081, select.
Zanzibar.R 5,488 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Lusaka on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,488, select.
Zanzibar.R 5,777 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Lusaka on Fri, 4 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,777, select.
Zanzibar.R 7,917 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lusaka on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,917, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lusaka to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 4,081
Aug
from R 4,007
Sep
from R 3,925
Oct
from R 3,925
Nov
from R 3,924
Dec
from R 3,956
Jan
from R 7,917
Feb
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Mar
from R 5,488
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May
from R 4,047
Jun
from R 5,777

Lusaka to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar
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from R 3,924
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Dar Es Salaam

78km from central Zanzibar
from R 3,983
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Lusaka to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,924
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Lusaka to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lusaka to Zanzibar is R 6,879. 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 Lusaka to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,879.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Lusaka to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Lusaka to Zanzibar is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lusaka 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 Lusaka Airport (LUN) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar one hour ahead of Lusaka.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your LUN to ZNZ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between LUN and ZNZ include:

    • Addis Ababa Airport

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

    • Dar Es Salaam Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lusaka Airport (LUN) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • R 3,924 is the best price for a one-way Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 6,879. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LUN to ZNZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.

  • Getting cheap flights from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from LUN to ZNZ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Lusaka Airport (LUN)

  • 68% of flights that take off from Lusaka Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Lusaka Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Lusaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near LUN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and find adventure across Zanzibar and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Zanzibar Airport around one week ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Lusaka Airport to Zanzibar Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

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

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LUN to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've seen Zanzibar, now it's time to discover other corners of Tanzania. Travel around 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to check off its must-visit sights. From Kilimanjaro info to Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Tanzania, head for Morogoro, about 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are among its highlights.

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