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Flights from Zanzibar to Colombo

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Cheapest time to fly from Zanzibar to Colombo

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of December. 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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Distance: 4,718 km
Zanzibar airports
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)How far from city centre: 23 km
Colombo airports
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)How far from city centre: 27 km

Book your flight from Zanzibar to Colombo

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

A direct flight from Zanzibar to Colombo takes around 11 h and 25 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Zanzibar and Colombo

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: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
  • Arrival airport: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Weather in Colombo

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Colombo, the average temperature floats around 32ºC in the warmest months and 23ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 32ºC
  • Lows: down to 22ºC
  • Hottest month: April
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: January
  • Wettest month: November

How to save when flying from Zanzibar to Colombo

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

  • 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 Colombo. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Zanzibar to Colombo

On average, what is the price of a Zanzibar to Colombo flight?
When flying from Zanzibar to Colombo the average price will be €586. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Zanzibar to Colombo, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Zanzibar and Colombo. 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 Zanzibar to Colombo flights?
The most popular month for flights from Zanzibar to Colombo are: January, December and September.
When is the best time to travel from Zanzibar to Colombo?
A good period of the year to visit Colombo from Zanzibar really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, January is the best month to fly to Colombo from Zanzibar, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by February and July. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds May, April and September are the months with fewer searches for the route Zanzibar -  Colombo.
What is the duration of a flight from Zanzibar to Colombo?
Flight time, on average, from Zanzibar to Colombo is usually 11 h and 25 m on average, at an average distance of 4,717.79 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Colombo compared to Zanzibar?
The average temperature in Zanzibar is 28º degrees in summer. Colombo reaches 28º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 27º degrees in Colombo, compared to the 25º average degrees in Zanzibar.

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