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What is the most punctual flight time for Nairobi to Zanzibar flights?

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Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 2

How have Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight prices changed over time?

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As of December 2025, prices for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 3

How many flights depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar on average per week?

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As of December 2025, there are 91 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 22% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 4

What cabin class options are available on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl flights?

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl?

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Flightlink, Precision Air, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl

Question 6

What is the cheapest Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl flight route?

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Fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl for the best Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Zanzibar Intl flight prices

Question 7

How far in advance should I book a flight to Zanzibar?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Zanzibar for around £246 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport for as low as £206 on momondo.

Question 8

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 9

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

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Flying to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £202 when looking at flights departing in the evening. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £331 on average. Flights to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 10

Which airlines fly to Zanzibar?

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Flightlink, Kenya Airways and Precision Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport according to our data. Flightlink is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Zanzibar. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Zanzibar on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 11

How often are flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar delayed?

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Historically, on average around 32% of flights between Nairobi and Zanzibar have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

Question 12

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nairobi to Zanzibar flights?

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According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 13

What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

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The cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around £202, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Zanzibar during the month of July, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £202.

Question 14

How many flights depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar on average per day?

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The number of flights available between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Zanzibar is 13 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 07:00, with 55% of daily flights leaving at midday.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

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According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Zanzibar from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was £202. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar for around £264.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

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Prices for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport were last updated today.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

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As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

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Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Zanzibar Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Zanzibar Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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How have Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl?

Flightlink, Precision Air, and Ethiopian Air are the most popular carriers operating from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Zanzibar Intl

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How often are flights from Nairobi to Zanzibar delayed?

Historically, on average around 32% of flights between Nairobi and Zanzibar have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Nairobi to Zanzibar flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Nairobi to Zanzibar flights?

According to our data, Kenya Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar on average per day?

The number of flights available between Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and Zanzibar is 13 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 07:00, with 55% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 91 flights per week flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Zanzibar. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 22% of flights taking off on this day.

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