Question 1

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar typically takes around 1 hour 20 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 5 hours 50 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar, with an average of around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, Kenya Airways, Precision Air and Air Tanzania. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar are operated by, among others, Kenya Airways, Precision Air and Air Tanzania. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Air Tanzania (via Dar es Salaam). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Nairobi to Zanzibar there are on average around 3 to 4 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Nairobi to Zanzibar?

Accepted Answer

From Nairobi to Zanzibar there are around 26 to 27 flights per week. This means you usually have suitable connections to choose from on several days and at various times. As well as price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline and any potential additional charges.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar usually departs at 00:20. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Zanzibar.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Nairobi to Zanzibar usually departs at 21:50. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0203, TC0152 07h 20min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0105, TC0200 09h 00min	Air Tanzania		£251
Best option Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 direct YS0116 01h 30min	Return 24/06/26 direct YS0115 01h 30min	Flightlink	?	£321
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0203, TC0152 07h 20min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0403, TC0200 24h 05min	Air Tanzania		£262
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0203, TC0152 07h 20min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0105, TC0200 09h 00min	Air Tanzania	?	£267
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 direct PW0718 02h 55min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) PW0437, PW0721 21h 45min	Precision Air		£282
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 direct PW0718 02h 55min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) PW0437, PW0721 21h 45min	Precision Air		£283
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 direct PW0718 02h 55min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) PW0718, PW0721 07h 35min	Precision Air		£305
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 direct TC0233 01h 20min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (DAR) TC0403, TC0202 16h 05min	Air Tanzania	?	£377
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0464, WB0444 07h 40min	Return 24/06/26 1 Stopover (KGL) WB0445, WB0464 10h 15min	RwandAir		£458
Nairobi Zanzibar	Outbound 22/06/26 direct KQ0498 01h 20min	Return 24/06/26 direct KQ0495 01h 20min	Kenya Airways		£471

Outbound and return from	£251.00
Flight duration	min. 01:20 / max. 01:40
Return flight duration	min. 01:20/ max. 01:40
Distance	602 km
Flights per week	48
Departure airport	Airport Nairobi Kenyatta (NBO)
Departure country	Flights from Kenya
Arrival airport	Airport Zanzibar-Kisauni (ZNZ)
Destination country	Flights to Tanzania
Departure country - Arrival airport	Kenya - Zanzibar-Kisauni
Departure airport - Destination country	Nairobi Kenyatta - Tanzania

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