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Flight deals from Zanzibar to Zurich

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 19,631. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zurich.R 5,706 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Safarilink.Outbound indirect flight with Safarilink, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,706, select.

Zurich.R 7,246 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,246, select.

Zurich.R 7,576 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,576, select.

Zurich.R 7,608 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Jan.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,608, select.

Zurich.R 8,313 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,313, select.

Zurich.R 8,902 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,902, select.

Zurich.R 8,920 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,920, select.

Zurich.R 9,515 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,515, select.

Zurich.R 9,563 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,563, select.

Zurich.R 10,566 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,566, select.

Zurich.R 12,511 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,511, select.

Zurich.R 12,538 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,538, select.

Zurich.R 14,151 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,151, select.

Zurich.R 14,289 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,289, select.

Zurich.R 14,295 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,295, select.

Zurich.R 14,299 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound direct flight with SWISS departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Zurich.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 14,299, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Zurich

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

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Direct flights from Zanzibar to Zurich

Zanzibar to Zurich: Alternative routes

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

Zanzibar to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 5,706
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	8 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airline	Lufthansa
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Zurich: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zanzibar to Zurich?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Zurich is R 14,167. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zanzibar to Zurich?

8 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Zurich.

Which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar to Zurich?

Lufthansa, Edelweiss Air and SWISS fly direct from Zanzibar to Zurich.

How many flights are there a week from Zanzibar to Zurich?

As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Zurich.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Zurich?

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Zurich is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport on Sunday, 22 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 40 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zurich?

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 Zurich 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zurich?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich with?

Currently, Oman Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

Flying from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know

Around 8 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport.
The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Zanzibar.
Leave enough time to catch your ZNZ to ZRH flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Jetting into Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is easy with edelweiss air. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with edelweiss air on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

R 5,706 is currently the best price for a one-way Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport flight. Return flights start from R 14,167. These prices can change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from ZNZ to ZRH, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Finding cheap flights from ZNZ to ZRH is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

When it comes to Zanzibar Airport's on-time performance, data shows 65% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Zanzibar Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near ZNZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

If you're landing on a late Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:
Pick up a Zurich Airport rental car and explore Zurich and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zurich Airport about two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

The quietest month for a flight from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Zurich based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you want to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZNZ to ZRH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Switzerland

Zurich is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres west of Zurich, a trip to Basel will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Art Basel, Basel Minster and Muensterplatz.
Bern is another must-experience destination in Switzerland and is around 97 kilometres south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without dropping by Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bernisches Historisches Museum - Einstein Museum.