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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zanzibar to Dubai flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zanzibar to Dubai? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Zanzibar to Dubai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found300 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineflydubai
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Dubai: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Dubai: Dubai, Sharjah, Dubai Al Maktoum International, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Dubai is 300 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Dubai.
flydubai and Emirates fly direct from Zanzibar to Dubai.
As of April 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Dubai.
The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Dubai is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Zanzibar Airport, the cheapest airport near Dubai is Dubai – which is 5.6 km away from the centre of Dubai. We've found flights into this airport from 300 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Dubai on Wednesday, 2 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Dubai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Dubai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Dubai, when it usually averages around 42°C. You can expect the least rain in May. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is January.
Currently, flydubai offers the cheapest flight tickets to Dubai.

Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Dubai: what you need to know

  • Around 5 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai.

  • The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is 1 hour ahead of Zanzibar, where Zanzibar International Airport is located.

  • Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most traveled route, with 22 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from ZNZ to DXB is with flydubai at 22:20. Choose the first departure with flydubai at 06:00 if you want to get going early.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from ZNZ to Dubai. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • You can catch a direct flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai that touches down at Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • Take to the skies with flydubai. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai.

  • You'll need an e-visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from Tanzania and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest updates.

  • ZNZ is approximately 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ZNZ:

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Dubai

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai is 186 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 300 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ZNZ to Dubai. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap tickets from ZNZ to Dubai every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 49 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

Best time to go to Dubai

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Dubai in April when things are quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Dubai for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from ZNZ to Dubai sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

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