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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick to Zanzibar? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Sun, 22 Mar.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov, returning Fri, 5 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov, returning Fri, 23 Jan.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 10 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$936 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $936, select.
Zanzibar.$937 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Fri, 12 Dec.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 12 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $937, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from $1,370
Jun
from $1,054
Jul
from $1,294
Aug
from $1,786
Sep
from $1,019
Oct
from $936
Nov
from $936
Dec
from $937
Jan
from $936
Feb
from $938
Mar
from $936
Apr
from $1,335

London Gatwick to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

London to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$936
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Zanzibar is $936. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Gatwick to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from $936.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from London Gatwick to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Zanzibar is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 29 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Zanzibar 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar is three hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your LGW to ZNZ flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and ZNZ:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is $472. A return plane ticket right now is $936. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to ZNZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% touch down on time at their destination.

  • London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Zanzibar in February.

  • Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LGW to ZNZ in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've visited Zanzibar, now it's time to discover other corners of Tanzania. Travel about 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to check off its leading sights. From Lake Duluti to Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are highlights.

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