Flying from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Mafia Island Airport (MFA): what you need to know
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ZNZ to MFA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Mafia Island Airport (MFA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport flight is $312. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $668. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ZNZ to MFA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ZNZ to MFA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport.
Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Zanzibar Airport, 65% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Zanzibar Airport from central Zanzibar, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to ZNZ:
Arriving at Mafia Island Airport (MFA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MFA instead:
Getting from Mafia Island Airport (MFA) to central Kilindoni
Mafia Island Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from central Kilindoni. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Mafia Island Airport (MFA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Kilindoni. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Mafia Island Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Kilindoni, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ZNZ to MFA in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Kilindoni has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you should also see. Around 483 kilometres east of Kilindoni, a visit to Zanzibar will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions.
Morogoro is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 322 kilometres east of Kilindoni. No journey is complete without visiting Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
