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Flights from Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar

Nonstop flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) take about 5h 15m (3,797 km). Etihad Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $244 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar

Carriers on AUH–ZNZ according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Etihad Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $244 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$26031 Oct 2026 · Etihad Airways—
Nov 2026$24425 Nov 2026 · Etihad Airways—
Dec 2026$3426 Dec 2026 · Etihad Airways—
Jan 2027$26028 Jan 2027 · Etihad Airways—
Feb 2027$26212 Feb 2027 · Etihad Airways—
Mar 2027$26112 Mar 2027 · Etihad Airways—
Jun 2027$37325 Jun 2027 · Etihad Airways—

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Fares were close across the months we saw: $244 for November 2026, $260 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

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Frequently asked questions — Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar flights

How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar?
A nonstop flight from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) takes about 5h 15m, covering 3,797 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Abu Dhabi from Zanzibar by air?
The great-circle distance between Zayed International Airport and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 3,797 km (2,359 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the AUH–ZNZ route include Etihad Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on AUH–ZNZ was $244 USD with Etihad Airways (nonstop), departing 25 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $244 one-way, against $373 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to Zanzibar?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Zanzibar visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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