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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Hurghada to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Hurghada to Zanzibar

Hurghada to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Hurghada to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs104,004
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineSmart Wings
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Hurghada to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hurghada to Zanzibar is Rs210,033. 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.
5 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Hurghada to Zanzibar.
Smart Wings, Smartwings Hungary and Smartwings fly direct from Hurghada to Zanzibar.
As of August 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Hurghada to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Hurghada to Zanzibar is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hurghada Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 7 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 40 minutes.
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, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar is one hour ahead of Hurghada and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HRG to ZNZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is Rs104,004. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs210,033. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from HRG to ZNZ, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from HRG to ZNZ is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Hurghada International Airport (HRG)

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • If you're arriving on a late Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ:

  • Grab a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and discover Zanzibar and beyond with your own set of wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

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

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Hurghada International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HRG to ZNZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Zanzibar has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.

  • Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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