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Flight deals from Nairobi to Zanzibar

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Zanzibar.฿3,848 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 8.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, May 8, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿3,848, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,066 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 30.One-way flight with Skyward Express.Outbound indirect flight with Skyward Express, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Apr 30, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,066, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,258 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 7.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Sat, Jun 7, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,258, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,740 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 2.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Tue, Sep 2, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,740, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,764 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 6.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Aug 6, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,764, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,782 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 2.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,782, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,898 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 2.One-way flight with Flightlink LTD.Outbound direct flight with Flightlink LTD departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,898, select.

Zanzibar.฿4,974 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 6.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, Oct 6, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From ฿4,974, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Nairobi to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	฿3,848
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Kenya Airways
Average flights per week	168

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar is ฿7,514. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Nairobi to Zanzibar.

Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Kenya Airways, Precision Air and KLM fly direct from Nairobi to Zanzibar.

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

There are 168 flights per week flying from Nairobi to Zanzibar, as of April 2025.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar is usually April 2025.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar Airport on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.

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.

How to find cheap flights to Zanzibar from Nairobi

Looking for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Zanzibar? Here are a few tips on how to secure the best flight price and make your journey as smooth as possible.

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