Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Copenhagen.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your CPH to ZNZ flight.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport. These are the top stopovers between CPH and ZNZ:
Dubai Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is Rs111,375. A return fare right now is Rs210,209. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CPH to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Copenhagen Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that depart CPH reach their destination without delay.
Copenhagen Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Copenhagen. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near CPH? If you're catching an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
If you're landing on a late Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ:
Travel at your own pace with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and see more of Zanzibar and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Zanzibar Airport for February if you'd like to visit Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CPH to ZNZ in July. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've done Zanzibar, now it's time to discover other parts of Tanzania. Travel about 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to tick off its popular sights. From Kilimanjaro info to Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.