Travelling from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are Singapore's main airports.
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Singapore. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Singapore to ZNZ. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Singapore to ZNZ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Changi International Airport (SIN). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
SIN is around 21 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:
68.95% of flights departing from Changi International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
With public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in about 1 hour 25 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to ZNZ flight:
About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Consider booking a hotel near ZNZ if you have a late flight from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zanzibar and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
R 6,727 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport. Return flights start at R 13,938. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Singapore to ZNZ. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Singapore to ZNZ.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Singapore to ZNZ plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport in August when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Zanzibar
Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Zanzibar International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zanzibar:
Nakupenda island & beach tours and House of Wonders are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Zanzibar must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Zanzibar travel tours.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've visited Zanzibar, now it's time to explore other corners of Tanzania. Journey about 177 kilometres west to Morogoro to tick off its top attractions. From Peponi Camp to Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tanga is another standout destination in Tanzania and is around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without dropping by Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet.
