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Airlines Flying This Route
YS
TC
Airports on this route
Flying from Nairobi
- NBO
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Nairobi
Arriving in Zanzibar
- ZNZ
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
Zanzibar
Best time to fly
Among the months with available fare data, November had the lowest observed fare, from $172.
Typical climate in Zanzibar
Average daily highs and lows in Zanzibar, and how often it rains.
Warmest month
Jan, around 32°C
Wettest month
Apr, about 27 rainy days
- Jan: average high 32°C, average low 26°C, 14 days of rain.
- Feb: average high 32°C, average low 26°C, 14 days of rain.
- Mar: average high 32°C, average low 26°C, 20 days of rain.
- Apr: average high 29°C, average low 25°C, 27 days of rain.
- May: average high 28°C, average low 25°C, 22 days of rain.
- Jun: average high 28°C, average low 24°C, 16 days of rain.
- Jul: average high 27°C, average low 23°C, 19 days of rain.
- Aug: average high 28°C, average low 23°C, 18 days of rain.
- Sep: average high 29°C, average low 23°C, 21 days of rain.
- Oct: average high 29°C, average low 24°C, 21 days of rain.
- Nov: average high 30°C, average low 24°C, 24 days of rain.
- Dec: average high 31°C, average low 25°C, 22 days of rain.
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Tips for Cheaper Flights
Book Early
For flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar, booking 2-3 months in advance typically offers the best prices.
Fly Mid-Week
Tuesday to Thursday flights are often cheaper than weekend departures on this route.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A typical flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar takes about 1h 30m.
Yes, direct flights are available from Nairobi to Zanzibar, taking approximately 1h 30m.
Flights to Zanzibar arrive at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ).
2 airlines operate this route, including YS, TC.
Among the months with available fare data, November had the lowest observed fares from Nairobi to Zanzibar.