Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, making Zanzibar three hours ahead of London.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LCY 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.
Flying during a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a top stopover on the LCY to ZNZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is Rs108,849. A round-trip fare is currently Rs240,242. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LCY to ZNZ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)
When it comes to London City Airport's on-time performance, 74.57% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach London City Airport from central London, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LCY:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport to the centre of Zanzibar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Zanzibar in February.
Book your flight from London City Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from LCY to ZNZ in August if you'd rather travel during 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 parts of Tanzania you should also see. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.