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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,005. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Dubai.$957 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $957, select.

Dubai.$957 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $957, select.

Dubai.$957 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $957, select.

Dubai.$969 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Dubai on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $969, select.

Dubai.$972 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.

Dubai.$972 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $972, select.

Dubai.$973 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $973, select.

Dubai.$975 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $975, select.

Dubai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Sun, 20 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Dubai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Dubai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr, returning Fri, 30 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Dubai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Dubai.$1,005 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May, returning Mon, 24 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,005, select.

Dubai.$1,008 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Thu, 30 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,008, select.

Dubai.$1,008 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,008, select.

Dubai.$1,056 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Dubai.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departs from Dubai on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,056, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Dubai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zanzibar to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in January.

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Zanzibar to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$957
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	5 hrs, 31 mins
Most popular airline	Emirates
Average flights per week	34

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Zanzibar to Dubai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Dubai is $957. 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 Dubai?

5 hours and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Dubai.

Which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar to Dubai?

Emirates and flydubai fly direct from Zanzibar to Dubai.

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

As of July 2026, there are 34 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Dubai.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Dubai is usually February.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport on Saturday, 6 February 2027.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 31 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Dubai?

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 Dubai 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 Dubai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai 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 Dubai with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and flydubai offer the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport is 5 hours 30 minutes.
Dubai is one hour ahead of Zanzibar and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Choose from 16 weekly Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with flydubai is the earliest flight available. Flydubai operates the last service of the day at 22:20.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ZNZ to DXB flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Flydubai has direct flights from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Dubai — and maybe even more of the United Arab Emirates if time allows.
Flydubai is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Flydubai is the most punctual carrier operating ZNZ to DXB flights, with 72.31% of its services landing on schedule.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to Dubai Airport (DXB)

Currently, $516 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $957. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ZNZ to DXB, book your journey three months before your departure date.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Landing cheap flights from ZNZ to DXB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport.

Handy information about Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

65% of flights that leave from Zanzibar Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Zanzibar Airport from central Zanzibar, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near ZNZ. Whether you have an early flight from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)

If you have a late Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Explore without limits with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Rental and experience more of Dubai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dubai Airport around three weeks before your trip.

When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ZNZ to DXB sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of the United Arab Emirates

Dubai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates you should also see. About 23 kilometres north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Abu Dhabi is another standout destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. No trip is complete without dropping by Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.