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Zanzibar.Rs110,624 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs110,624, select.
Zanzibar.Rs111,755 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs111,755, select.
Zanzibar.Rs112,903 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs112,903, select.
Zanzibar.Rs127,319 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs127,319, select.
Zanzibar.Rs135,371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 29 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs135,371, select.
Zanzibar.Rs144,557 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs144,557, select.
Zanzibar.Rs156,279 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs156,279, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from Rs111,755
Jun
from Rs110,624
Jul
from Rs112,903
Aug
from Rs127,319
Sep
from Rs144,557
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from Rs156,279
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from Rs135,371
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Edinburgh to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Edinburgh to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs110,624
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Zanzibar is Rs220,548. 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 Edinburgh to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs220,548.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Edinburgh to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Zanzibar is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Edinburgh 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, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar three hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • Your EDI to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EDI and ZNZ include:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • Currently, Rs110,624 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs220,548. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from EDI to ZNZ, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Finding cheap flights from EDI to ZNZ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, 67.94% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near EDI:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport to central Zanzibar has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Zanzibar in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to ZNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • Morogoro is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without seeing Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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