$266 Cheap Flights from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Nairobi (NBO)

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Cheap Flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi (ZNZ-NBO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $266 for one-way flights and $487 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hahn Air Systems
Sun, Jul 13 - Thu, Jul 17
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$487 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sun, Jul 13 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $487 found 1 day ago
Hahn Air Systems
Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 21
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$488 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$488
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $488 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 30
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$509 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$509
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $509 found 3 hours ago
Hahn Air Systems
Sun, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 22
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$515 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$515
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $515 found 1 day ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 12
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$523 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$523
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Jul 4 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $523 found 7 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 12
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$536 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$536
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, Jul 4 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $536 found 7 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 30
ZNZ
Zanzibar
NBO
Nairobi
$539 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$539
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $539 found 3 hours ago
Safari Link
Fri, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 12
ZNZ
Zanzibar
WIL
Nairobi
$547 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$547
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Safari Link flight, departing Fri, Jul 4 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $547 found 7 hours ago
Hahn Air Technologies
Fri, Jul 25 - Mon, Aug 11
ZNZ
Zanzibar
WIL
Nairobi
$563 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$563
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Hahn Air Technologies flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Mon, Aug 11, priced at $563 found 5 days ago
FlexFlight
Fri, Jul 4 - Sat, Jul 12
ZNZ
Zanzibar
WIL
Nairobi
$576 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$576
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select FlexFlight flight, departing Fri, Jul 4 from Zanzibar to Nairobi, returning Sat, Jul 12, priced at $576 found 7 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar Town (ZNZ) to Nairobi (NBO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $367 - $509 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Nairobi (NBO)
Origin airport
Zanzibar Intl.
Destination airport
Jomo Kenyatta Intl.
Airlines serving
Ethiopian Airlines, Hahn Air Systems, Kenya Airways, Uganda Airlines
Roundtrip price
$456
Distance
372 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

Zanzibar to Nairobi Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Zanzibar to Nairobi

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Zanzibar to Nairobi: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Zanzibar to Nairobi

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Zanzibar to Nairobi in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $266 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Zanzibar to Nairobi flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Zanzibar to Nairobi airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) cost?
You can pick up cheap return fares starting from $525 from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Kenya Airways flight leaving ZNZ on July 11 2025 and touching down at NBO. The price was last updated on June 29 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ZNZ to NBO?
The cheapest flights from ZNZ to NBO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
When setting off from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ), you can catch a nonstop flight to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) with Kenya Airways.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ZNZ to NBO?
At the moment, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from ZNZ to NBO is Kenya Airways. You can book a seat on this route from $274. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ZNZ on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on June 29 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Each day, an average of 4 direct flights operate from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). Select the departure date that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
Flights between ZNZ and NBO are busiest at 3 AM. For a more relaxed atmosphere and potentially cheaper fares, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from ZNZ to NBO?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO).
What is the earliest flight from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) is at around 3:40AM UTC+3. Hop on this flight and you'll touch down at Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) at approximately 5:00AM UTC+3. The entire trip takes 1h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes to travel the 370 mi from ZNZ to NBO.
What airline has the least delays from ZNZ to NBO?
With 82% of journeys usually arriving on time, Kenya Airways has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
To reach Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) without delays, select a flight that leaves Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Nairobi from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Nairobi, Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from ZNZ to NBO just before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a ZNZ to NBO flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a ZNZ to NBO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one place. Once you've selected your preferred accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Zanzibar Intl. Airport (ZNZ) to Jomo Kenyatta Intl. Airport (NBO)?
If you booked your ZNZ to NBO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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