Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar is one hour behind Abu Dhabi and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Your AUH to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AUH and ZNZ:
Muscat International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
At the moment, Rs61,662 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs135,781. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from AUH to ZNZ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from AUH to ZNZ.
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Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights departing from Abu Dhabi International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near AUH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel close to ZNZ if you're taking a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and chase adventure across Zanzibar and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from AUH to ZNZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.