ZanzibarJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Zanzibar to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 3h 38m (2,502 km). FlySafair flies it. Lowest fare seen: $278 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — arriving in Johannesburg

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Zanzibar →3 lounges at Zanzibar Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresJNB to Johannesburg: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Johannesburg →1 drop-off point

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Airlines flying Zanzibar to Johannesburg

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

✈ FlySafairnonstop fare seen

Zanzibar to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $284 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$39224 Oct 2026 · FlySafair	$337 · 2 stops24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$56712 Nov 2026	$317 · 2 stops12 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$91730 Dec 2026	$375 · 2 stops30 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$28415 Jan 2027 · FlySafair	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $284 in January 2027, against $317 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Zanzibar to Johannesburg, 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.

Best time to fly to Johannesburg

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Zanzibar to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 3h 38m, covering 2,502 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 Zanzibar from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 2,502 km (1,555 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ZNZ–JNB route include FlySafair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Zanzibar to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ZNZ–JNB was $278 USD with FlySafair (nonstop), departing 23 Oct 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 Zanzibar to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $284 one-way, against $375 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Zanzibar to South Africa?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa 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.

What is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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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