S$403 Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar

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Cheap Flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar (NBO-ZNZ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$403 for one-way flights and S$527 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Kenya Airways
Fri, 31 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$527 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$527
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, 31 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at S$527 found 2 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Thu, 9 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$557 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$557
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Thu, 9 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Sun, 12 Oct, priced at S$557 found 16 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, 31 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$615 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$615
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, 31 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at S$615 found 2 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Sat, 11 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$657 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$657
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Sat, 11 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Sat, 11 Oct, priced at S$657 found 16 hours ago
Hahn Air Systems
Fri, 10 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$665 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$665
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Fri, 10 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 10 Oct, priced at S$665 found 16 hours ago
Rwandair
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$696 Return, found 1 day ago
S$696
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$696 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$724 Return, found 1 day ago
S$724
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$724 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$729 Return, found 1 day ago
S$729
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$729 found 1 day ago
Rwandair
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$826 Return, found 1 day ago
S$826
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$826 found 1 day ago
Uganda Airlines
Fri, 31 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$903 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$903
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Uganda Airlines flight, departing Fri, 31 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at S$903 found 2 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$969 Return, found 1 day ago
S$969
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$969 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$1,057 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,057
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$1,057 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$1,102 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,102
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$1,102 found 1 day ago
Rwandair
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$1,111 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,111
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Rwandair flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$1,111 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, 31 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$1,337 Return, found 2 hours ago
S$1,337
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, 31 Oct from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Wed, 5 Nov, priced at S$1,337 found 2 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$1,342 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,342
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$1,342 found 1 day ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan - Fri, 23 Jan
NBO
Nairobi
ZNZ
Zanzibar
S$1,523 Return, found 1 day ago
S$1,523
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan from Nairobi to Zanzibar, returning Fri, 23 Jan, priced at S$1,523 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar Town (ZNZ)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$465 - S$547 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip flights between Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) and Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) start from S$527. That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book now to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from NBO to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but every airline has different terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from NBO to Zanzibar Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Nairobi Airport to Zanzibar Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Nairobi Airport to ZNZ?
The flight distance from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) (NBO) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) is 600 kilometres. You'll be disembarking the plane and picking up your bags from the carousel before long.
Which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Airport to ZNZ?
With 60 monthly flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), Kenya Airways (KQ) is a top choice. Precision Air (PW) is another option. It operates 47 flights per month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a good deal from Nairobi to Zanzibar Town.
Are Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) to ZNZ flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices go up and down like a yo-yo, so not always. While last-minute deals between Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) and Zanzibar Airport are of course possible, it also makes sense to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines advertise their prices up to 12 months prior to the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best bargains around, so check back often and be ready to pounce when the price dips.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Destination airport
Zanzibar Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Hahn Air Systems, Kenya Airways, World Ticket Ltd
Return price
S$527
Distance
596 km
Average flight time
1 hour 52 mins

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