Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Manama and Zanzibar follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BAH to ZNZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BAH and ZNZ:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Rs77,647 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs181,585. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BAH to ZNZ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from BAH to ZNZ is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from BAH land on schedule 85.53% of the time.
To get to Bahrain International Airport from central Manama, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to BAH? If you've booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Pick up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own set of wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport to the centre of Zanzibar has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BAH to ZNZ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're ready to explore another side of Tanzania, head for Morogoro, about 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are key reasons to visit.
