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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Zanzibar from AED 650

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — ZNZ
27 Mar — 3 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in March or January, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 1,282

One-way from

AED 650

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

AED 1,770

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,446 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 790 or less
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 15/4-18/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 10m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 10/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 00m total
  • Dubai to Zanzibar
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (AED 1,027 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 182 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 March 2025.

Tue 15/404:00DXB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mAir Tanzania
Fri 18/422:20ZNZ - DXB
1 stop27h 10mAir Tanzania
Deal found 21/3AED 1,282
Mon 5/510:05DXB - ZNZ
Nonstop5h 25mflydubai
Mon 12/521:20ZNZ - DXB
Nonstop5h 35mflydubai
Deal found 21/3AED 1,454
Tue 6/504:00DXB - ZNZ
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/521:20ZNZ - DXB
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3AED 1,502
Tue 25/305:40DXB - ZNZ
2 stops10h 35mEthiopian Air
Sat 29/312:05ZNZ - DXB
1 stop13h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/3AED 1,704
Wed 21/522:45DXB - ZNZ
2 stops31h 15mOman Air
Wed 28/514:35ZNZ - DXB
2 stops18h 15mOman Air
Deal found 22/3AED 1,708

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai to Zanzibar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 22 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Dubai

Fly to

Zanzibar

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 15/4

04:00-14:00

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 18/4

22:20-02:30

1 stop27h 10m

AED 1,282

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Mon 5/5

10:05-14:30

Nonstop5h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 12/5

21:20-03:55

Nonstop5h 35m

AED 1,454

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 6/5

04:00-14:00

1 stop11h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 14/5

21:20-03:55

Nonstop5h 35m

AED 1,502

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/6

06:05-13:30

1 stop8h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 8/6

06:00-15:40

1 stop8h 40m

AED 1,704

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Sat 19/4

17:10-02:30

1 stop10h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 25/4

03:40-15:45

1 stop11h 05m

AED 1,711

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/4

05:00-14:00

1 stop10h 00m

AED 650

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Tue 15/4

23:20-14:00

3 stops15h 40m

AED 852

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 16/4

17:10-02:30

1 stop10h 20m

AED 955

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Wed 9/4

00:55-01:40

1 stop25h 45m

AED 1,168

DubaiZanzibar

DXB - ZNZ

DXBZNZ

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/4

10:05-14:30

Nonstop5h 25m

AED 1,175

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Zanzibar

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DXB to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Zanzibar

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai to Zanzibar. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 March 2025.

The most flights from DXB to ZNZ are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 20.0 - 320.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zanzibar. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, SWISS and Ethiopian Air from Dubai to Zanzibar by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
765 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
261 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,191 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    If you book a flight from Dubai to Zanzibar, you will be flying from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl. Flights to Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) from Dubai Intl (DXB) take 5h 20m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Zanzibar flight route?

    Within the past month, 517 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Zanzibar Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Zanzibar return from AED 1,282. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are flydubai, from AED 1,454, and Oman Air, from AED 1,704. These flights start at 37% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Zanzibar one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 650 on Air Tanzania. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Ethiopian Air from AED 955 and Kenya Airways from AED 1,168 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 647. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Zanzibar Intl) can be booked for AED 1,179 on average our data indicates AED 4,494 when flying from Dubai to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Zanzibar by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestAED 1,232AverageAED 1,537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestAED 1,675AverageAED 1,868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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flydubaiCheapestAED 1,801AverageAED 2,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestAED 1,970AverageAED 2,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 2,200AverageAED 2,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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