Flying from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Ahmedabad.
To ensure you catch your AMD to ZNZ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd love to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between AMD and ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ahmedabad Airport (AMD) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Currently, 353 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 667 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from AMD to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
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Handy information about Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
Of all flights leaving Ahmedabad Airport, 73.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Ahmedabad Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Ahmedabad. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near AMD? If you're boarding an early flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're coming in on a late Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ:
Go where the road takes you with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and experience more of Zanzibar and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport to the centre of Zanzibar has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Ahmedabad Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AMD to ZNZ sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If there's time to check out another corner of Tanzania, consider Morogoro, about 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are the start of reasons to visit.