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Flight deals from Jeddah to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,226. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zanzibar.$1,191 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Jeddah on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,191, select.

Zanzibar.$1,197 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Jeddah on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,197, select.

Zanzibar.$1,222 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Jeddah on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,222, select.

Zanzibar.$1,226 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Jeddah on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,226, select.

Zanzibar.$1,252 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Saudia.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Jeddah on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,252, select.

Zanzibar.$1,260 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Jeddah on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,260, select.

Zanzibar.$1,274 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Jeddah on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,274, select.

Zanzibar.$1,294 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Jeddah on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,294, select.

Zanzibar.$1,295 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 13 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Jeddah on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,295, select.

Zanzibar.$1,297 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Jeddah on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,297, select.

Zanzibar.$1,301 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Jeddah on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,301, select.

Zanzibar.$1,327 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with Saudia and Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Saudia, departs from Jeddah on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,327, select.

Zanzibar.$1,337 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr, returning Sat, 10 Apr.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Jeddah on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,337, select.

Zanzibar.$1,341 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jun.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Jeddah on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 7 Jun, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,341, select.

Zanzibar.$1,355 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May, returning Sat, 15 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Jeddah on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,355, select.

Zanzibar.$1,403 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec, returning Sat, 2 Jan.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Jeddah on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Jeddah.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,403, select.

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Jeddah to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Jeddah to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar

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Dar Es Salaam

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Jeddah to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,191
Cheapest month to fly	November

Finding cheap flights from Jeddah to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Jeddah to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a return flight from Jeddah to Zanzibar is $1,191. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Jeddah to Zanzibar?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Jeddah to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,191.

How many flights are there a week from Jeddah to Zanzibar?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Jeddah to Zanzibar.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Jeddah to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from Jeddah to Zanzibar is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Friday, 27 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Jeddah Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar with?

Currently, Air Cairo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Flying from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

Jeddah and Zanzibar are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JED to ZNZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between JED and ZNZ include:
- Hamad International Airport
- Addis Ababa Airport
- Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is $578. A return fare is currently $1,191. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JED to ZNZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from JED to ZNZ.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

Handy information about Jeddah Airport (JED)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Jeddah Airport, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Jeddah Airport from central Jeddah, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to JED? If you're boarding an early flight from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and venture far and wide through Zanzibar and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Zanzibar Airport around one week before your departure date.

Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

From Zanzibar Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

July is the most popular month for flights from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Zanzibar in March.
Book your flight from Jeddah Airport to Zanzibar Airport for February if you want to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JED to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 29ºC then.

Explore more of Tanzania

Zanzibar has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without a visit to Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.