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Flight deals from Rome to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rome to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 13,437. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rome to Zanzibar

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

Direct flights from Rome to Zanzibar

Rome to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Rome to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 6,305
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time7 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineNeos Air
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Zanzibar is R 13,370. 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.
7 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Zanzibar.
Neos Air flies direct from Rome to Zanzibar.
As of May 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Rome to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Zanzibar is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Zanzibar Airport on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 53 minutes.
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.

Flying from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Rome. Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) leaving from here.

  • Around 7 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.

  • Zanzibar is two hours ahead of Rome. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • You can pick from 3 direct flights a week between Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). This is the busiest route, with Neos offering a 12:30am departure from FCO to ZNZ.

  • Leave enough time to get on your flight from Rome to ZNZ. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a popular month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Rome

Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • Fly without interruptions from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Direct flights from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) can be booked from here.

  • Book your direct flight from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport with Neos. This popular carrier operates services from FCO.

  • Neos ranks first in bookings for flights from FCO to ZNZ.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rome to ZNZ departing from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Istanbul Airport (IST)

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these stays close to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.

Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rome to ZNZ flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rome Ciampino Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • Most flights that leave Rome Ciampino Airport arrive at their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.

About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:

  • Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.

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

  • From Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, central Zanzibar is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

  • Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.

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

  • R 6,305 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start at R 13,370. These fares can change based on availability.

  • Book eight months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Rome to ZNZ.

  • January is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Rome to ZNZ.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.

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

  • Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Zanzibar. July is when most people book flights from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • When booking your Rome to ZNZ plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in July when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

More about Zanzibar

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Morogoro is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.

  • Tanga is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without visiting Amboni Caves, Mkomazi National Park and Jumba La Ufalme, Tanga Kusini.

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