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      Compare Melbourne to Zanzibar flight deals

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      Flight deals from Melbourne to Zanzibar

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs406,995. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Zanzibar.Rs201,418 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs201,418, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs211,098 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs211,098, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs213,558 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs213,558, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs213,695 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs213,695, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs217,378 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs217,378, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs264,521 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs264,521, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs311,655 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs311,655, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs329,716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs329,716, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs330,405 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs330,405, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs361,665 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 May.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 4 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs361,665, select.
      Zanzibar.Rs372,559 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs372,559, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Zanzibar

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in March.
      Jul
      from Rs330,405
      Aug
      from Rs329,716
      Sep
      from Rs211,098
      Oct
      from Rs372,559
      Nov
      from Rs213,558
      Dec
      from Rs264,521
      Jan
      from Rs213,695
      Feb
      from Rs311,655
      Mar
      from Rs201,418
      Apr
      from Rs217,378
      May
      from Rs361,665
      Jun
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      Melbourne to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

      Zanzibar

      6km from central Zanzibar
      Closest
      from Rs201,418
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      Dar Es Salaam

      78km from central Zanzibar
      Cheapest
      from Rs170,248
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      Melbourne to Zanzibar: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRs201,418
      Cheapest month to flyMarch

      Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Zanzibar is Rs406,697. 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 Melbourne to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one stop from Rs406,697.
      As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne to Zanzibar.
      The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Zanzibar is usually August.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Zanzibar Airport on Thursday, 20 August 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne 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.

      The cheapest airline that flies to Zanzibar is Scoot .

      Flying from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know

      • The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Melbourne. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar.

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

      • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like December and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

      Airports in Melbourne

      Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

      • You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to ZNZ even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Dubai International Airport (DXB) is an option when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).

      • Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

      • Looking for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

      • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights complete their journey on time.

      Avalon Airport (AVV)

      • You can reach AVV from central Melbourne in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.

      • Relax before your Melbourne to ZNZ flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.

      • Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.

      About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

      Getting from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

      • From Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, central Zanzibar is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.

      • It takes around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

      • Rs201,418 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start at Rs406,697. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

      • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to ZNZ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.

      • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

      • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to ZNZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

      • Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

      The best time to fly from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)

      • It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). December is the busiest month to visit Zanzibar. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in September.

      • Before locking in your Melbourne to ZNZ plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

      • Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC.

      More about Zanzibar

      Explore more of Tanzania

      • You've done Zanzibar, now it's time to discover other corners of Tanzania. Journey around 177 kilometres west to Morogoro to tick off its must-visit sights. From Peponi Camp to Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque, there's plenty to keep you busy.

      • If there's time to check out another major stop in Tanzania, head for Tanga, about 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Forodhani are key reasons to visit.

      Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Zanzibar

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.