Travelling from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is Paris's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) jetting off from here.
Around 9 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Paris 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 Paris.
The busiest route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). Choose from 3 direct services each week. Air France operates a 10:10am departure between CDG and ZNZ.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Paris to ZNZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) take off from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport with Air France. This popular airline operates departures from CDG.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Air France between CDG and ZNZ.
Among carriers operating on this route, Air France has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Paris to ZNZ that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CDG and ZNZ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Travelling from central Paris to CDG takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
65% of flights that depart Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
You can reach ORY from the centre of Paris in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Paris Orly Airport the day before your Paris to ZNZ flight:
Paris Orly Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80% of flights out of here arrive right when they're supposed to.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
The journey time to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At BVA, that figure is 71%.
You'll find Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
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. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
R 5,263 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start from R 7,493. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Paris to ZNZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
December is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Paris to ZNZ plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Zanzibar
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Zanzibar right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Paris to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Zanzibar when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for House of Wonders followed by Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres west of Zanzibar, a visit to Morogoro will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Tanzania, consider Tanga, roughly 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. Amboni Caves, Mkomazi National Park and Jumba La Ufalme, Tanga Kusini are the start of reasons to visit.