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Flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

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Cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.
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week: Nov 23 - Nov 29
Flights from just €647
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Distance: 7,919 km
Edinburgh airports
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)How far from city centre: 10 km
Zanzibar airports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)How far from city centre: 23 km

Book your flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

Find direct and indirect flights from Edinburgh 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.

Airports and airlines connecting Edinburgh 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: Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
  • 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 Edinburgh to Zanzibar

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Zanzibar

On average, what is the price of a Edinburgh to Zanzibar flight?
When flying from Edinburgh to Zanzibar the average price will be €831. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Zanzibar flights?
The most popular month for flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar are: May, February and June.
When is the best time to travel from Edinburgh to Zanzibar?
A good period of the year to visit Zanzibar from Edinburgh really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, June is the best month to fly to Zanzibar from Edinburgh, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by July and September. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds May, April and November are the months with fewer searches for the route Edinburgh -  Zanzibar.
What is the duration of a flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar?
Flight time, on average, from Edinburgh to Zanzibar is usually 13 h and 30 m on average, at an average distance of 7,919.07 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 Edinburgh?
The average temperature in Edinburgh is 15º degrees in summer. Zanzibar reaches 28º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 25º degrees in Zanzibar, compared to the 4º average degrees in Edinburgh.

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