Flying from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Ottawa to ZNZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
58% of flights that leave from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport reach their destination on time.
YOW's address is 50 Airport Road.
About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Reserve a hotel near ZNZ if you have a late flight from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Abeid Amani Karume 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 ahead of your Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
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 reach the city centre by car.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
R 10,878 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start at R 27,088. These prices may change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from Ottawa to ZNZ, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Zanzibar. December is when most people book flights from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Ottawa to ZNZ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Zanzibar
Start your Zanzibar trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Zanzibar trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include House of Wonders, Nakupenda island & beach tours and Zanzibar travel tours.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've seen Zanzibar, now it's time to discover other corners of Tanzania. Travel about 177 kilometres west to Morogoro to tick off its top attractions. From Peponi Camp to Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tanga is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without visiting Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Forodhani.
