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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Entebbe to Zanzibar:

• Earliest: departs at 10:00 and lands at 11:58
• Latest: departs at 15:10 and lands at 17:08.

The flight takes about 1h 58m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from Entebbe to Zanzibar.

A direct flight from Entebbe to Zanzibar takes 1h 58m, covering 637 miles.

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.

Return flights from Entebbe to Zanzibar range from £288 to £350, with an average of £310 over the past 12 months. Anything below £288 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the £310 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £282 return via Kigali Intl (KGL), compared with £312 for direct.

The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Uganda Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Entebbe to Zanzibar flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Entebbe to Zanzibar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £261, which is 44% above the typical average for this route.

Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £21 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autounion Car Rental
• Final Rentals
• Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
• FlexWays
• H-Lead Hospitality

Flights from Entebbe to Zanzibar usually depart from Entebbe (EBB) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

One-stop flights from Entebbe to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

• Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 64% of one-stop connections
• Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 26% of one-stop connections
• Kigali Intl (KGL) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO) – 1% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Entebbe to Zanzibar. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £303 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £328, a difference of £25.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Entebbe and Zanzibar. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Air Tanzania
• Uganda Airlines

Flying via Arusha Kilimanjaro (JRO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 08m, compared to 5h 35m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) and 6h 28m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Uganda Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air Tanzania: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Once you arrive at ZNZ, you will have access to Paradise Arrival Business Lounge, found on the ground floor at Terminal 2 Airside and specifically for arrival passengers only. The lounge is open for 2h. Another lounge at the airport is Dhow Lounge found on Terminal 2 International Departures. The lounges are available 24h.

Passengers being dropped off by family members at EBB will have access to the airport's car parking which is automated. At the airport entrance, you are required to slow down and stop at the ticket dispensing machine and press a button which leads to ticket production. While inside the large parking area, you can choose where to pack and head inside the airport.

It is recommended to arrive at most 2h before your flight. This is because there is usually heavy traffic in the morning and evening hours on the way to the airport, and the security checks at EBB may take time as it is the only airport in Uganda.

If you would like to drive in Zanzibar, you will need an International Driving Permit. Due to the airport's size, there are no car hire companies on site; however, if you book a vehicle through KAYAK, the companies offer a meet and greet service at the airport, and on the day of your departure, the car is collected at the airport.