Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar. Following the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is eight hours ahead of Zanzibar.
Leave plenty of time to make your ZNZ to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Central Zanzibar to ZNZ is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 10 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a hotel near ZNZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
71.9% of flights that take off from Zanzibar International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Melbourne
$918 is currently the best price for a one-way Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne flight. A return flight ticket starts from $4,681. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from ZNZ to Melbourne, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to the centre of Melbourne takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MEL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Melbourne and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from ZNZ to Melbourne can help you get the best possible rate.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Central Melbourne is around 56 kilometres from Avalon Airport (AVV). Once your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to stay within an easy drive of AVV. Ease into relaxation mode at Corio Bay Motel after your ZNZ to Melbourne flight.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab an Avalon Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental and yesaway car hire.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at AVV will save you money.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Essendon Airport (MEB) is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne.
If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Enjoy a more leisurely start to your break by choosing a hotel near MEB after your ZNZ to Melbourne flight. Recover from your travel day or simply give yourself time to get your bearings in a new destination at:
Whether you want an economy for a solo adventure or a roomy SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the ideal Essendon Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the range of wheels available here from providers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental agencies sometimes offer discounts on early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB a few weeks in advance of your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Visit Melbourne in high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne flight ticket with a departure in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZNZ to Melbourne in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Melbourne
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Melbourne right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Melbourne:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are attractions you won't want to skip in Melbourne.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Melbourne. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, Launceston is another essential stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
