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Cheapest return flight
$1,813
Typical prices: $2,232-$3,004
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/10Tue 23/10
SYD - ZNZ • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$2,024
Typical prices: $1,305-$1,630
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/12
SYD - ZNZ • 1 stop
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $3,164 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 25h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Zanzibar (SYD-ZNZ)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Zanzibar

Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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11:20 - 05:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
49h 40m3 stops Singapore Changi Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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14:35 - 06:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
56h 00m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Singapore Changi
$1,813Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Tue, 8 Dec
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12:40 - 05:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
48h 20m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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14:40 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,007Oman Air
Fri, 16 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
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11:20 - 05:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
49h 40m3 stops Singapore Changi Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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06:00 - 21:30ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
31h 30m2 stops Muscat Seeb Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,071Multiple Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 8 Dec
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13:45 - 13:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
31h 45m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb
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14:40 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,159Oman Air
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 11 Dec
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12:40 - 05:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
48h 20m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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05:35 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,164Oman Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 8 Dec
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22:10 - 04:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
62h 45m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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14:40 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,166Oman Air
Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 8 Dec
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13:45 - 04:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
47h 10m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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14:40 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,184Oman Air
Sun, 15 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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22:15 - 13:40SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
47h 25m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb
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05:35 - 21:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 20m2 stops Muscat Seeb Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$2,223Oman Air
Sat, 24 Oct - Tue, 8 Dec
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11:00 - 04:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
25h 55m3 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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14:40 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
35h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,255Oman Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 13 Dec
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10:15 - 13:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
35h 15m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb
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05:35 - 07:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
42h 20m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,316Oman Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Zanzibar flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Zanzibar?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Zanzibar and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Sydney to Zanzibar flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$2,024
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sydney to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Zanzibar flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    Flights from Sydney to Zanzibar usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Sydney to Zanzibar.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Zanzibar pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 60% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 20% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Sydney to Zanzibar route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $2,093 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $3,004, a difference of $911. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Sydney to Zanzibar. Flights with 1 stopover take between 25h 09m and 31h 27m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Sydney to Zanzibar changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,813 to $4,032. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Zanzibar looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Zanzibar are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $2,546, which is 72% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 25h 09m, compared to 26h 29m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 31h 27m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar is 7 hours behind Sydney (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ)?

    Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Final Rentals
    • Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
    • H-Lead Hospitality
    • FlexWays

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Zanzibar flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Zanzibar range from $2,232 to $3,004, with an average of $2,650 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,232 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Zanzibar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $2,093 – about $911 less than Tuesday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Zanzibar trip for September. Fares historically average $2,041 return in that month – typically $963 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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