Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Manchester.
To ensure you catch your MAN to ZNZ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAN and ZNZ include:
Istanbul Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is Rs113,129. A return fare right now is Rs224,265. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from MAN to ZNZ, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 65% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
If you're getting in on a late Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's main sights.
Reserving your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Zanzibar in March.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Zanzibar Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Morogoro is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without a visit to Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.