Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar two hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BOM to ZNZ flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BOM and ZNZ:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
$481 is currently the best price for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Return flights start at $876. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BOM to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Of all flights leaving Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, 61.63% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it takes about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near BOM:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion to explore Zanzibar and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Zanzibar in February.
Before locking in your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BOM to ZNZ in August if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.