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Flights from Chennai to Zanzibar

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ZNZ - MAA
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896€
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Distance: 4,995 km
Chennai airports
Chennai International Airport (MAA)How far from city centre: 16 km
Zanzibar airports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)How far from city centre: 23 km

Book your flight from Chennai to Zanzibar

Find direct and indirect flights from Chennai to Zanzibar (Tanzania) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €896, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

Airports and airlines connecting Chennai and Zanzibar

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Chennai International Airport (MAA)
  • Arrival airport: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

Weather in Zanzibar

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Zanzibar, the average temperature floats around 32ºC in the warmest months and 20ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 33ºC
  • Lows: down to 20ºC
  • Hottest month: February
  • Coldest month: September
  • Driest month: September
  • Wettest month: April

How to save when flying from Chennai to Zanzibar

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Chennai to Zanzibar:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Zanzibar. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chennai to Zanzibar

On average, what is the price of a Chennai to Zanzibar flight?
When flying from Chennai to Zanzibar the average price will be €575. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Chennai to Zanzibar, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Chennai and Zanzibar. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Chennai to Zanzibar flights?
The most popular month for flights from Chennai to Zanzibar are: February, August and March.
When is the best time to travel from Chennai to Zanzibar?
A good period of the year to visit Zanzibar from Chennai really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, February is the best month to fly to Zanzibar from Chennai, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by March and April. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds August, September and January are the months with fewer searches for the route Chennai -  Zanzibar.
What is the duration of a flight from Chennai to Zanzibar?
Flight time, on average, from Chennai to Zanzibar is usually 10 h and 30 m on average, at an average distance of 4,994.58 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Zanzibar compared to Chennai?
The average temperature in Chennai is 32º degrees in summer. Zanzibar reaches 28º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 25º degrees in Zanzibar, compared to the 25º average degrees in Chennai.

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