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What to know about flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi?

The approximate distance between Zanzibar City and Nairobi is 601.76 km. Average flight time from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is around 1 hour 46 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand hits its peak in January. The cheapest month to book flights is September.

Cheapest one-way
US$175
Air Tanzania Air Tanzania ZNZ-NBO 22h · 1 stop Sun, Nov 15
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Cheapest round-trip
US$303
Air Tanzania Air Tanzania ZNZ-NBO 8h 50m · 2 stops Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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When to fly
October
Cheapest
January
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Route details
601.76 km
Flight distance
1h 46m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$175 and round-trip from US$303. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        ZNZ 17:00
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        NBO 18:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Tue, Oct 27 | Flightlink
        NBO 19:30
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        ZNZ 21:00
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Thu, Oct 29 | Flightlink
        US$415 US$591
        30% off
        30% off
        US$591 US$415
      • ZNZ 08:15
        2h 30m
        Nonstop
        NBO 10:45
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Fri, Nov 13 | Flightlink
        NBO 19:30
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        ZNZ 21:00
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Tue, Nov 17 | Flightlink
        US$431 US$591
        27% off
        27% off
        US$591 US$431
      • ZNZ 14:10
        8h 50m
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Sun, Nov 15 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 17:00
        4h 30m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 21:30
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Thu, Nov 19 | Air Tanzania
        US$303 US$591
        49% off
        49% off
        US$591 US$303
      • ZNZ 04:20
        8h 50m
        1 stop
        NBO 13:10
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Tue, Oct 27 | Ethiopian Airlines
        NBO 17:25
        9h 50m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 03:15
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Sun, Nov 1 | Ethiopian Airlines
        US$308
        48% off
        US$591 US$308
      • ZNZ 09:40
        5h 50m
        1 stop
        NBO 15:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Sun, Oct 25 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 07:40
        13h 40m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 21:20
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Wed, Oct 28 | Air Tanzania
        US$308
        48% off
        US$591 US$308
      • ZNZ 09:40
        5h 50m
        1 stop
        NBO 15:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Wed, Oct 21 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 23:40
        13h 50m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 13:30
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Mon, Oct 26 | Air Tanzania
        US$310
        48% off
        US$591 US$310
      • ZNZ 22:00
        9h
        1 stop
        NBO 07:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Thu, Oct 15 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 17:00
        4h 30m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 21:30
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Mon, Oct 19 | Air Tanzania
        US$310
        48% off
        US$591 US$310
      • ZNZ 18:00
        5h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Wed, Nov 18 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 23:40
        7h 20m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 07:00
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Sun, Nov 22 | Air Tanzania
        US$314
        47% off
        US$591 US$314
      • ZNZ 18:00
        5h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Sun, Nov 8 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 07:40
        13h 40m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 21:20
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Sun, Nov 15 | Air Tanzania
        US$315
        47% off
        US$591 US$315
      • ZNZ 17:30
        5h 30m
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Mon, Nov 23 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 23:40
        7h 20m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 07:00
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Thu, Nov 26 | Air Tanzania
        US$318
        46% off
        US$591 US$318
      • ZNZ 17:30
        5h 30m
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Tue, Oct 27 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 07:40
        5h 50m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 13:30
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Sun, Nov 1 | Air Tanzania
        US$318
        46% off
        US$591 US$318
      • ZNZ 08:20
        14h 40m
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Thu, Oct 29 | Air Tanzania
        NBO 07:40
        5h 40m
        1 stop
        ZNZ 13:20
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Sat, Oct 31 | Air Tanzania
        US$318
        46% off
        US$591 US$318
      • ZNZ 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        NBO 14:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
        NBO 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        ZNZ 16:00
        Nairobi - Zanzibar City | Sun, Oct 11 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        ZNZ 17:00
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        NBO 18:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Fri, Oct 16 | Flightlink
        US$208 US$285
        27% off
        27% off
        US$285 US$208
      • ZNZ 17:00
        1h 30m
        Nonstop
        NBO 18:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Wed, Oct 28 | Flightlink
        US$208 US$285
        27% off
        27% off
        US$285 US$208
      • ZNZ 01:00
        22h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Sun, Nov 15 | Air Tanzania
        US$175 US$285
        39% off
        39% off
        US$285 US$175
      • ZNZ 01:00
        6h
        1 stop
        NBO 07:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Sun, Nov 29 | Air Tanzania
        US$181
        36% off
        US$285 US$181
      • ZNZ 01:00
        14h 30m
        1 stop
        NBO 15:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Wed, Dec 2 | Air Tanzania
        US$181
        36% off
        US$285 US$181
      • ZNZ 22:00
        25h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Sat, Nov 21 | Air Tanzania
        US$182
        36% off
        US$285 US$182
      • ZNZ 22:00
        25h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Wed, Nov 4 | Air Tanzania
        US$182
        36% off
        US$285 US$182
      • ZNZ 22:00
        25h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Mon, Nov 16 | Air Tanzania
        US$182
        36% off
        US$285 US$182
      • ZNZ 14:10
        25h 20m
        1 stop
        NBO 15:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Tue, Nov 17 | Air Tanzania
        US$182
        36% off
        US$285 US$182
      • ZNZ 01:00
        14h 30m
        1 stop
        NBO 15:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Tue, Dec 1 | Air Tanzania
        US$183
        36% off
        US$285 US$183
      • ZNZ 22:00
        25h
        1 stop
        NBO 23:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Mon, Nov 30 | Air Tanzania
        US$183
        36% off
        US$285 US$183
      • ZNZ 18:00
        21h 30m
        1 stop
        NBO 15:30
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Tue, Nov 10 | Air Tanzania
        US$183
        36% off
        US$285 US$183
      • ZNZ 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        NBO 14:00
        Zanzibar City - Nairobi | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
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Flight.News
Flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi operate an average of 27 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 73.3% on-time departure rate and a 70.5% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Zanzibar City to Nairobi flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Zanzibar City to Nairobi are Flightlink, Air Tanzania, and Precision Air, among 4 carriers on this route. Air Tanzania offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Flightlink logo Flightlink
Air Tanzania logo Air Tanzania
Precision Air logo Precision Air
Kenya Airways logo Kenya Airways
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Zanzibar City to Nairobi according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Trends on Flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi?

Average monthly one-way flight prices from Zanzibar City to Nairobi, based on bookings made by Trip.com users over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is October, with an average price of US$169; while the month with the highest flight price is usually August, with an average price of up to US$264.

US$264
US$217
US$169
US$122
  • US$169
    Oct
  • US$220
    Nov
  • US$223
    Dec
  • US$238
    Jan
  • US$235
    Feb
  • US$211
    Mar
  • US$249
    Apr
  • US$247
    May
  • US$245
    Jun
  • US$247
    Jul
  • US$264
    Aug
  • US$240
    Sep

When is the cheapest day to fly from Zanzibar City to Nairobi during Halloween?

Based on Trip.com's data over the past 3 days, these are the lowest one-way flight prices from Zanzibar City to Nairobi during Halloween.

Halloween is scheduled for Oct 31. The cheapest flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi are available on Oct 29, with fares starting at US$190.

US$208
US$199
US$190
US$181
    Cheapest
  • US$197
    27
    Oct
  • US$208
    28
  • US$190
    29
  • US$198
    30
  • US$198
    31
  • US$190
    1
    Nov
  • US$190
    2

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi (ZNZ-NBO)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Air Tanzania offers one-way fares as low as US$175 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. ZNZ to NBO on Sun, Nov 15), while Air Tanzania offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$303 departing on Sun, Nov 15 and returning on Thu, Nov 19.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Zanzibar City to Nairobi with the following airlines, including: Flightlink Kenya Airways Precision Air Air Tanzania Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 46 minutes to fly from Zanzibar City to Nairobi.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 28 flight per week flying from Zanzibar City to Nairobi. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Kenya Airways: -/M/T/W/T/F/S -- KQ499 (04:19)
  • To find best deals on flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Nov 15, with one-way flights priced at just US$175.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Flightlink.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Nairobi travel is around January.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar City to Nairobi on October 22, 2026 with Air Tanzania, with prices starting at US$179.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Nairobi: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), and Wilson Airport (WIL). Flying from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (ZNZ-NBO) is by far the most common option on this route.
  • The time difference between Nairobi and Zanzibar City is 0m.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is US$313. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is US$498. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Zanzibar City and Nairobi, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Flightlinkare the most popular budget airlines flying from Zanzibar City to Nairobi. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, Flightlink provides the lowest-priced direct flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi, with fares starting at US$218.

US$157
US$218
US$279
US$340
US$401
Flightlink
US$218
Flightlink
Rwandair
US$224
Rwandair
Precision Air
US$225
Precision Air
Safarilink Airlines
US$239
Safarilink Airlines
Air Tanzania
US$244
Air Tanzania
Kenya Airways
US$401
Kenya Airways

Which airline operates the most flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi?

Total flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi across all airlines. (Based on Trip.com data from the past month)

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, Kenya Airways operates the most frequent flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi, with 34 flights per week.

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14
24
34
Kenya Airways
34
Kenya Airways
Precision Air
33
Precision Air
Safarilink Airlines
22
Safarilink Airlines
KLM
20
KLM
Flightlink
15
Flightlink
British Airways
14
British Airways

How many flights fly from Zanzibar City to Nairobi daily?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Zanzibar City to Nairobi within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on the past month's historical data from Trip.com, the number of flights from Zanzibar City to Nairobi is the highest on Friday and the lowest on Wednesday/Thursday.

134
116
98
80
Highest
109
Mon
106
Tue
98
Wed
98
Thu
134
Fri
132
Sat
116
Sun

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