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Flight deals from Abidjan to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Abidjan Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs330,068. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.Rs200,681 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Abidjan on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs200,681, select.
Zanzibar.Rs218,249 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with ASKY Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with ASKY Airlines, departs from Abidjan on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs218,249, select.
Zanzibar.Rs222,745 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Abidjan on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs222,745, select.
Zanzibar.Rs222,946 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Abidjan on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs222,946, select.
Zanzibar.Rs222,946 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Abidjan on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs222,946, select.
Zanzibar.Rs223,848 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Abidjan on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs223,848, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Abidjan to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Abidjan to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from Rs200,681
Jun
from Rs223,848
Jul
from Rs222,946
Aug
from Rs218,249
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Abidjan to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Abidjan to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar
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from Rs200,681
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Dar Es Salaam

79km from central Zanzibar
from Rs233,573
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Abidjan to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs200,681
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Abidjan to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Abidjan to Zanzibar is Rs317,009. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Abidjan to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs317,009.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Abidjan to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Abidjan to Zanzibar is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Abidjan Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 7 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Abidjan Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar is three hours ahead of Abidjan and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to make your ABJ to ZNZ flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like 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 an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ABJ and ZNZ:

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • Right now, Rs200,681 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs317,009. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from ABJ to ZNZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ABJ to ZNZ.

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

Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)

  • When it comes to Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.4% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport from central Abidjan, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near ABJ? If you're catching an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to visit Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • August has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from ABJ to ZNZ sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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