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Cheapest return flight
$2,004
Typical prices: $2,264-$3,047
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Tue 13/11Tue 20/11
SYD - ZNZ • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$971
Typical prices: $1,323-$1,653
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Mon 26/11
SYD - ZNZ • 3 stops
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg $3,209 (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, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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11:40 - 04:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
49h 05m3 stops Singapore Changi Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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05:35 - 07:25ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
41h 50m2 stops Muscat Seeb Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
$2,004Multiple Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
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12:40 - 13:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
56h 50m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Muscat Seeb
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05:35 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,128Oman Air
Wed, 21 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
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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
59h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,135Oman Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Sun, 29 Nov
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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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05:35 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,148Oman Air
Wed, 21 Oct - Fri, 27 Nov
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12:40 - 13:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
56h 50m2 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Muscat Seeb
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05:35 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,152Oman Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
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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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14:40 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
59h 40m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,155Oman Air
Thu, 22 Oct - Fri, 27 Nov
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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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05:35 - 10:20ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
44h 45m2 stops Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,174Oman Air
Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
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10:15 - 04:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
50h 40m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Muscat Seeb Dar Es Salaam
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14:40 - 07:55ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
57h 15m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Kuala Lumpur Intl
$2,181Oman Air
Fri, 23 Oct - Fri, 27 Nov
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10:15 - 04:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
50h 40m3 stops Kuala Lumpur 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
$2,198Oman Air
Sat, 24 Oct - Thu, 26 Nov
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15:45 - 10:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
27h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
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19:10 - 06:35ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
27h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
$2,226Multiple Airlines
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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

$971
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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Zanzibar?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Zanzibar:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Sydney to Zanzibar range from $2,264 to $3,047, with an average of $2,687 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,264 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $2,004 to $5,477. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,463.

  • 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 $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Final Rentals
    • Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
    • H-Lead Hospitality
    • FlexWays

  • 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 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 $2,122 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $3,047, a difference of $924. 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 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.

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 $2,122 – about $924 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 $2,070 return in that month – typically $977 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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