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Cheap Flight Deals from Zanzibar to Nairobi (ZNZ-NBO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Zanzibar to Nairobi

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi.
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Zanzibar to Nairobi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is February, where tickets cost C$ 440 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 589 and C$ 556 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Zanzibar to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of C$ 309, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Good to know

Low season

March

High season

April
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.

When to book flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Zanzibar to Nairobi based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Zanzibar to Nairobi flights

  • How can I get from the Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to my hotel in the city center?

    The easiest way to get to the center of Nairobi is by taxi. However, you should be careful to take one of the taxis that are in the designated taxi lane. It will take about 30min to get into the city by taxi. You can save money by taking the bus. A bus ride into the city, however, will take well over an hour.

  • Where can I eat while I wait on my plane to leave Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)?

    There is the Jahazi Cafe which serves a variety of foods. For breakfast, you can have an omelet, porridge, or a poached egg. If you're eating here during the lunch or dinner hour, some options include pizza, a burger, pasta, or a stir-fry.

  • Where can I park at the Zanzibar Airport?

    If you drive yourself to the Zanzibar Airport, note that there is plenty of parking space close to the terminal. This means that you don't have to worry about walking far while carrying your luggage. However, the parking lot charges by the hour and there is no daily rate. You'll pay using a parking payment system once you leave the airport.

  • Are there baggage trolleys at either NBO or ZNZ airports?

    The Nairobi Airport (NBO) has baggage trolleys for passengers to use. You can find them in both the departure and arrival halls. At this airport, luggage trolleys can be used free of charge. At the Zanzibar Airport, you'll have to look for a luggage trolley as they aren't kept in one place. When you find one, you can use it for no charge.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Zanzibar to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    The ATR 72-201 / 202 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Zanzibar to Nairobi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Zanzibar and Nairobi, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    There are direct flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nairobi from Zanzibar is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nairobi with an airline and back to Zanzibar with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nairobi from Zanzibar up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Zanzibar to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 187 or less one-way.
  • Flights from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Nairobi (NBO) are typically nonstop. However, some airlines will require that you switch planes at another airport. If you have a layover, it will likely be in Dar Es Salaam or Arusha Kilimanjaro. Note that you might have to do a self-check-in when you board the second leg of your flight.
  • The Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) was recently renamed the Abeid Amani Karume Airport. It is really small but is the largest airport on the island of Tanzania. It has just two terminals and serves both domestic and international flights.
  • Although there are a few airports in Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Nairobi (NBO) is the largest of them. Once you land at this airport, you can stop by its information desk if you have questions about your baggage or need to find a restroom before you continue your journey.
  • There are several lounges at the Nairobi Airport (NBO). Relax in one of these lounges while you wait on your return flight to Zanzibar. Some of the lounges at this airport include airline lounges such as those affiliated with Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways.
  • At the Nairobi Airport (NBO), you can rent a car to help you get around during your stay. Some car rental agencies at this airport include Hertz, Ace, Europcar, and Green Motion. Most of these rental car agencies have a representative at the airport 24/7.
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Prefer to fly direct from Zanzibar to Nairobi?

Find which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar Intl Airport to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Zanzibar Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Monday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Tuesday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +4 more

Air France,British Airways, +5 more

Wednesday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +4 more

Air France,British Airways, +5 more

Thursday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +4 more

Air France,British Airways, +5 more

Friday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Saturday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +4 more

Air France,British Airways, +5 more

Sunday

Air France,British Airways,Delta, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl

Monday

Air France,British Airways,KLM, +3 more

Air France,British Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

Air France,British Airways,KLM, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Wednesday

Air France,British Airways,KLM, +3 more

Air France,British Airways, +4 more

Thursday

Air France,British Airways,Jambojet, +5 more

Air France,British Airways, +6 more

Friday

Air France,British Airways,KLM, +4 more

Air France,British Airways, +5 more

Saturday

Air France,British Airways,KLM, +3 more

Air France,British Airways, +4 more

Sunday

Air France,British Airways,KLM, +4 more

Air France,British Airways, +5 more

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