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Flight deals from London to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,239. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zanzibar.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Fri, 10 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.

Zanzibar.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 30 May, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

Zanzibar.$1,241 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,241, select.

Zanzibar.$1,241 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,241, select.

Zanzibar.$1,244 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Fri, 25 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,244, select.

Zanzibar.$1,245 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,245, select.

Zanzibar.$1,247 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul, returning Mon, 6 Jul.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 6 Jul, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,247, select.

Zanzibar.$1,256 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Sat, 19 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 19 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,256, select.

Zanzibar.$1,270 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,270, select.

Zanzibar.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 10 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.

Zanzibar.$1,295 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,295, select.

Zanzibar.$1,295 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,295, select.

Zanzibar.$1,297 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,297, select.

Zanzibar.$1,298 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,298, select.

Zanzibar.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.

Zanzibar.$1,300 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,300, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Zanzibar

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London to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

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London to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,187
Cheapest month to fly	June

Finding cheap flights from London to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Zanzibar is $1,187. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Zanzibar?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one stop from $1,187.

How many flights are there a week from London to Zanzibar?

As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from London to Zanzibar.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Zanzibar is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Zanzibar Airport on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Zanzibar Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Zanzibar with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Zanzibar is Etihad Airways .

Flying from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know

The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
Your flight from London to ZNZ won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to ZNZ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Split up your flight from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and ZNZ include:
- Istanbul Airport (IST)
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ZNZ flight:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 82%.

London Stansted Airport (STN)

When booking your plane ticket from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Dubai International Airport (DXB), one of the most popular connection points on this route.
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're setting off early:
With 80% of its departing flights arriving when they should, STN is a dependable starting point for any adventure.

About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

Book a hotel close to ZNZ if you have a late flight from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.

Getting from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is $642. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,187. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to ZNZ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from London to ZNZ.
Nail down a great price on a flight from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to visit Zanzibar. July is when most people book flights from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a London to ZNZ plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

More about Zanzibar

Start your Zanzibar trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your Zanzibar trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that belong on your itinerary include House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.

Explore more of Tanzania

Zanzibar is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres west of Zanzibar, a visit to Morogoro will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
Around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar, Tanga is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Amboni Caves, Mkomazi National Park and Jumba La Ufalme, Tanga Kusini.