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Flight deals from Riga International to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 18,363. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.R 8,439 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,439, select.
Zanzibar.R 8,525 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,525, select.
Zanzibar.R 8,571 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Riga International on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,571, select.
Zanzibar.R 8,646 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,646, select.
Zanzibar.R 8,758 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Riga International on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,758, select.
Zanzibar.R 9,002 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Riga International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,002, select.
Zanzibar.R 9,996 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Riga International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,996, select.
Zanzibar.R 10,366 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riga International on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,366, select.
Zanzibar.R 11,267 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Riga International on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,267, select.
Zanzibar.R 11,571 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Dec.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Riga International on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,571, select.
Zanzibar.R 11,785 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riga International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,785, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riga International to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
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Jul
from R 8,525
Aug
from R 8,758
Sep
from R 9,002
Oct
from R 8,439
Nov
from R 8,646
Dec
from R 11,571
Jan
from R 8,571
Feb
from R 11,785
Mar
from R 9,996
Apr
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May
from R 11,267

Riga International to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riga International 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 8,439
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Dar Es Salaam

78km from central Zanzibar
from R 8,450
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Riga to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,439
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Riga International to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riga International to Zanzibar is R 15,660. 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 Riga International to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 15,660.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Riga International to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Riga International to Zanzibar is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riga International 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, Finnair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

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

  • To ensure you get on your RIX to ZNZ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport. These are the top stopovers between RIX and ZNZ:

    • Istanbul Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • R 8,439 is currently the best price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Return flights start at R 15,660. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RIX to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RIX to ZNZ.

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

Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Riga International Airport, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Riga International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to RIX:

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • If you have a late Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Book your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and discover more of Zanzibar and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week ahead.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Zanzibar Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from RIX to ZNZ in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.

  • If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, about 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are key reasons to visit.

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