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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zanzibar Airport to Cairo Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,290. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cairo.$995 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $995, select.

Cairo.$1,091 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,091, select.

Cairo.$1,091 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,091, select.

Cairo.$1,094 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,094, select.

Cairo.$1,159 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Cairo on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,159, select.

Cairo.$1,182 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Nov, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Cairo on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,182, select.

Cairo.$1,185 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb, returning Sun, 14 Feb.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Cairo on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,185, select.

Cairo.$1,192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with Air Cairo departs from Cairo on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,192, select.

Cairo.$1,217 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 26 Dec, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,217, select.

Cairo.$1,219 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Wed, 3 Mar.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,219, select.

Cairo.$1,221 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Cairo.Inbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,221, select.

Cairo.$1,239 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Mar, returning Wed, 24 Mar.Return flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Cairo on Wed, 24 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,239, select.

Cairo.$1,253 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,253, select.

Cairo.$1,290 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,290, select.

Cairo.$1,293 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Thu, 13 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cairo on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,293, select.

Cairo.$1,376 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Cairo.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Cairo on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,376, select.

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Zanzibar to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$995
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	6 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airline	EgyptAir
Average flights per week	4

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zanzibar to Cairo?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Cairo is $995. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Zanzibar to Cairo?

6 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Cairo.

Which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar to Cairo?

EgyptAir and Air Cairo fly direct from Zanzibar to Cairo.

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

As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Cairo.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Cairo is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Cairo Airport on Saturday, 12 September 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 1 minute.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cairo?

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 Cairo 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 Cairo?

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

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

Currently, EgyptAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Flying from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know

Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Cairo one hour behind Zanzibar.
Your ZNZ to CAI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

65% of flights that take off from Zanzibar Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Zanzibar Airport from central Zanzibar, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ZNZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Cairo Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)

If you're arriving on a late Zanzibar Airport to Cairo Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CAI:
Pick up a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Cairo Airport about one week before your departure date.

Getting from Cairo Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

Cairo Airport to central Cairo has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)

August is the most popular month for flights from Zanzibar Airport to Cairo Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Cairo in March.
Book your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Cairo Airport for July if you want to go to Cairo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 39ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZNZ to CAI in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 21ºC then.

Explore more of Egypt

Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Egypt, consider Port Said, about 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque are among the biggest draws.