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Sydney.R 11,424 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,424, select.
Sydney.R 11,642 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,642, select.
Sydney.R 12,811 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,811, select.
Sydney.R 16,501 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 16,501, select.
Sydney.R 21,397 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 21,397, select.
Sydney.R 21,409 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 21,409, select.
Sydney.R 21,409 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 21,409, select.
Sydney.R 21,444 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 21,444, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zanzibar to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from R 11,642
Jun
from R 12,811
Jul
from R 32,950
Aug
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Sep
from R 11,424
Oct
from R 21,409
Nov
from R 16,501
Dec
from R 21,397
Jan
from R 29,425
Feb
from R 21,409
Mar
from R 21,444
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Zanzibar to Sydney: Alternative routes

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

Zanzibar to Sydney: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 11,424
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Sydney is R 25,649. 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 Zanzibar to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 25,649.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Zanzibar to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Sydney is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Sydney Airport on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zanzibar Airport and Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, flydubai offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is eight hours ahead of Zanzibar.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your ZNZ to SYD flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Right now, R 11,424 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zanzibar International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 25,649. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ZNZ to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from ZNZ to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • 71.9% of flights that depart Zanzibar International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Zanzibar International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near ZNZ? If you've booked an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you'd like to go to Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from ZNZ to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Sydney is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres south-west of Sydney, a visit to Canberra will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of Australia, head for Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are highlights.

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