Travelling from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Bologna.
Your BLQ to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BLQ and ZNZ:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is $801. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,049. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BLQ to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
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Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
When it comes to Guglielmo Marconi Airport's on-time performance, 74.23% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Bologna to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near BLQ:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're coming in on a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ZNZ:
Grab a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own set of wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport to central Zanzibar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zanzibar in February.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLQ to ZNZ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're looking to explore another side of Tanzania, head for Morogoro, about 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are the start of reasons to visit.