CPT - ZNZ

£209 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar departing on 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
1 adult
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cape Town to Zanzibar, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cape Town to Zanzibar, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
£416
Typical prices: £369-£492
Ethiopian Air
Fri 23/1Tue 3/2
CPT - ZNZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£209
Typical prices: £259-£300
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/6
CPT - ZNZ • 1 stop
When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 10% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar (CPT-ZNZ)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Fri, 23 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 03:30
CPT
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ZNZ
11h 55m2 stops
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17:00 - 13:45
ZNZ
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CPT
21h 45m1 stop
£416Ethiopian Air
Sat, 31 Jan - Sat, 7 Feb
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13:50 - 03:30
CPT
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ZNZ
12h 40m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 - 13:00
ZNZ
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CPT
25h 55m1 stop
£416Ethiopian Air
Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 7 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 12:55
CPT
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ZNZ
22h 05m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
19:10 - 13:00
ZNZ
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CPT
18h 50m1 stop
£458Ethiopian Air
Sat, 17 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
13:50 - 03:30
CPT
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ZNZ
12h 40m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 - 13:00
ZNZ
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CPT
25h 55m1 stop
£461Ethiopian Air
Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 12:55
CPT
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ZNZ
20h 30m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:00 - 13:45
ZNZ
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CPT
21h 45m1 stop
£462Ethiopian Air
Mon, 2 Mar - Tue, 3 Mar
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14:35 - 12:55
CPT
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ZNZ
21h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:00 - 13:45
ZNZ
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CPT
21h 45m1 stop
£473Ethiopian Air
Wed, 28 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 12:55
CPT
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ZNZ
21h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
04:20 - 13:45
ZNZ
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CPT
10h 25m1 stop
£475Ethiopian Air
Wed, 21 Jan - Tue, 17 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 03:30
CPT
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ZNZ
11h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:00 - 13:45
ZNZ
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CPT
21h 45m1 stop
£482Ethiopian Air
Wed, 21 Jan - Fri, 20 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:35 - 03:30
CPT
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ZNZ
11h 55m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
12:05 - 13:00
ZNZ
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CPT
25h 55m1 stop
£488Ethiopian Air
Sat, 31 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:25 - 18:15
CPT
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ZNZ
25h 50m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
04:20 - 13:00
ZNZ
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CPT
9h 40m1 stop
£489Ethiopian Air
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Cape Town to Zanzibar flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar departing in January.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar is March, where tickets cost £378 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £499 and £460 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£209
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

When to book flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar

  • How can I fly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Several airlines are flying the same route; you can opt to fly with Kenya Airways, which makes one stop at Jomo Kenyatta International airport. You can also opt for other airlines like Qatar, Turkish, and Ethiopian.

  • Are there onsite hotels at Zanzibar (ZNZ)?

    If you are arriving at the ZNZ airport late and are looking for accommodation near the airport for easy access, you should consider staying at Camila airport hotel, which is 0.9 miles away from the airport, or Golden Tulips Zanzibar airport which is 6 miles away. These are some of the top-rated hotels near the airport that you can consider booking a stay with when you arrive late; the hotels offer shuttle services. Bed and breakfast, the pools are clean, and you can access them whenever you want, there’s free parking, and the airport view is incredible for the hotel buildings.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar was £209 for a one-way ticket and £416 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    On your way to Zanzibar, you’ll fly out from Cape Town Intl. You’ll be landing at Zanzibar Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Zanzibar from Cape Town is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Zanzibar with an airline and back to Cape Town with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Zanzibar from Cape Town up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

  • Cape Town airport offers ample parking to passengers flying out but don’t know where to leave their cars. You can use the basement parking lot at terminal 3. The airport also has other parkings for drivers looking forward to leaving their cars for a few hours or those shuttle drivers who have come to pick up or drop off passengers. They can use the parking lot at the new garage next to the gate.
  • Ensure you inform the airline you are booking with 48 hours before you land if you will be needing wheelchair assistance when you land at Zanzibar airport. As soon as you land, they can arrange with the airport staff members how you will get the wheelchair. They will also help you alight the plane if you ask for it.
  • Consider flying with Qatar airlines or Turkish Airlines if you want to enjoy the lounge's amenities when you arrive at Zanzibar airport. Both airlines have lounges with cozy chairs, food, Wi-Fi, and beverages on board.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Cape Town to Zanzibar

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Cape Town (CPT)
Zanzibar (ZNZ)