Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Helsinki.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your HEL to ZNZ flight.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between HEL and ZNZ include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Rs89,379 is the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs242,412. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to ZNZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have 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 HEL to ZNZ.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near HEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zanzibar. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be discovered. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Tanzania, consider Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are key highlights.