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Flight deals from Milan to Zanzibar Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Milan to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,450. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zanzibar.R 5,777 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr.One-way flight with Neos Air.Outbound direct flight with Neos Air departs from Milan Malpensa on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,777, select.

Zanzibar.R 7,305 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep.One-way flight with Neos Air.Outbound direct flight with Neos Air departs from Milan Malpensa on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,305, select.

Zanzibar.R 7,377 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,377, select.

Zanzibar.R 7,424 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,424, select.

Zanzibar.R 7,563 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar.One-way flight with CitizenPlane.Outbound direct flight with CitizenPlane departs from Milan Malpensa on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,563, select.

Zanzibar.R 7,993 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,993, select.

Zanzibar.R 8,053 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,053, select.

Zanzibar.R 8,499 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from Milan Linate on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,499, select.

Zanzibar.R 9,266 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Neos Air.Outbound direct flight with Neos Air departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,266, select.

Zanzibar.R 9,600 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,600, select.

Zanzibar.R 9,882 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,882, select.

Zanzibar.R 10,033 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,033, select.

Zanzibar.R 10,057 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb.One-way flight with Neos Air.Outbound direct flight with Neos Air departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,057, select.

Zanzibar.R 10,234 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Milan Malpensa on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,234, select.

Zanzibar.R 10,268 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Neos Air.Outbound direct flight with Neos Air departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,268, select.

Zanzibar.R 11,233 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Neos Air.Outbound direct flight with Neos Air departs from Milan Malpensa on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,233, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milan to Zanzibar

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Direct flights from Milan to Zanzibar

Milan to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Milan 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 5,777

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Dar Es Salaam

79km from central Zanzibar

from R 6,925

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Milan to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 5,777
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	8 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airline	Neos Air
Average flights per week	3

Finding cheap flights from Milan to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Milan to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a return flight from Milan to Zanzibar is R 13,450. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Milan to Zanzibar?

8 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Milan to Zanzibar.

Which airlines fly direct from Milan to Zanzibar?

Neos Air flies direct from Milan to Zanzibar.

How many flights are there a week from Milan to Zanzibar?

As of March 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Milan to Zanzibar.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Milan to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from Milan to Zanzibar is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Milan to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Milan to Zanzibar Airport on Monday, 13 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Milan to Zanzibar Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 30 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

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.

Travelling from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know

Milan's main base, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ).
Expect to be travelling for 8 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is two hours ahead of Milan.
You can choose from 2 direct flights each week between Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). This is the most popular route, with Neos offering a 7:30pm departure from MXP to ZNZ.
To ensure you get on your flight from Milan to ZNZ, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

Airports in Milan

Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

You can take a direct flight from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP).
Neos is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport taking off from MXP.
Neos sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MXP to ZNZ.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Milan to ZNZ with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MXP and ZNZ include:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
MXP is about 48 kilometres from central Milan. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Milan Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to Milan Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)

Think about building a stopover into your journey at Dubai International Airport (DXB). It's a key transfer point for flights from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) leaving Milan Bergamo Airport.
You can arrive at BGY from the centre of Milan in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Milan Bergamo Airport the day before your Milan to ZNZ flight:
75% of flights out of Milan Bergamo Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

Milano Linate Airport (LIN)

Whether just for an hour or a weekend, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little less stressful. When flying out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can book a plane ticket from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) stopping at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS).
LIN is around 8 kilometres from central Milan. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 20 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
LIN has an on-time performance rate of 84%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip runs like clockwork.

About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.

Getting from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

Central Zanzibar is around 8 kilometres from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

R 5,777 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start at R 13,450. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Milan to ZNZ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Milan to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.

The best time to fly from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

July is the busiest month for flights from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Plan your visit to Zanzibar in December for a quieter experience.
Book a Milan to ZNZ plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in July when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

More about Zanzibar

Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zanzibar:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Zanzibar when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at House of Wonders followed by Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.

Explore more of Tanzania

Morogoro is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've seen Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
Around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar, Tanga is another favourite stop in Tanzania. No visit is complete without checking out Amboni Caves, Mkomazi National Park and Jumba La Ufalme, Tanga Kusini.