Travelling from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Mwanza and Zanzibar share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MWZ 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.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Julius Nyerere International Airport is a popular stopover on the MWZ to ZNZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mwanza Airport (MWZ) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is Rs35,097. A return fare is currently Rs63,636. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MWZ to ZNZ, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MWZ to ZNZ.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Mwanza Airport (MWZ)
To get to Mwanza Airport from central Mwanza, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MWZ? If you're catching an early flight from Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Reserve a hotel close to ZNZ if you're on a late Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zanzibar and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week before you set off.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Zanzibar in February.
Before locking in your flight from Mwanza Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MWZ to ZNZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.