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Cheapest return flight
£691
Typical prices: £634-£889
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/1Tue 30/1
BCN - ZNZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£467
Typical prices: £324-£571
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/10
BCN - ZNZ • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Zanzibar. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 16% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg £657 (return)
Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
Shortest trip • 13h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Barcelona to Zanzibar (BCN-ZNZ)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Barcelona to Zanzibar

Sat, 23 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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19:55 - 05:20BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
31h 25m2 stops Zurich Cairo
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06:20 - 09:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
28h 45m2 stops Cairo Zurich
£691Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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16:50 - 18:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
24h 25m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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12:05 - 15:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
28h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£693Ethiopian Air
Thu, 21 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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11:50 - 10:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
21h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole
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12:05 - 23:15ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
13h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
£694Ethiopian Air
Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov
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22:30 - 13:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
14h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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17:55 - 18:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
26h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£701Etihad Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
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10:45 - 13:30BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
25h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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17:55 - 07:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£702Etihad Airways
Fri, 5 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
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21:50 - 02:00BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
26h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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17:55 - 07:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£703Etihad Airways
Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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21:50 - 13:35BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
13h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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17:55 - 07:05ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£704Etihad Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
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16:50 - 10:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
17h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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19:10 - 08:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
£707Ethiopian Air
Tue, 20 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
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16:50 - 12:55BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
19h 05m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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19:10 - 08:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
£709Ethiopian Air
Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov
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16:50 - 18:15BCN  Barcelona-El Prat-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
24h 25m2 stops Rome Fiumicino Addis Ababa Bole
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19:10 - 08:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-BCN Barcelona-El Prat
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Madrid Barajas
£711Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar and is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

  • April is the cheapest month to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar at £626 return.
  • July (£968) and August (£964) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar the cheapest?

Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£467
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (30% more expensive on average)
Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar

When to book flights from Barcelona to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Barcelona to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar usually depart from Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar pass through?

    One-stop flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 16% of one-stop connections

    Istanbul (IST) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £677 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £826, a difference of £148. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 2% below the route average of £744. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

    A direct flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar takes 0h 00m, covering 4,033 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £691 to £3,718. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar looking right now?

    One-way fares from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £640, which is 58% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 38m, compared to 13h 14m via Rome Fiumicino (FCO) and 13h 40m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar is 1 hour ahead of Barcelona-El Prat Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ)?

    Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £11 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Final Rentals
    • Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
    • H-Lead Hospitality
    • FlexWays

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar flight?

    Return flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar range from £634 to £889, with an average of £744 over the past 12 months. Anything below £634 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £677 – about £148 less than Sunday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Zanzibar trip for April. Fares historically average £626 return in that month – typically £342 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Zanzibar Intl Airport.
    - Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel

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