Johannesburg to Zanzibar flights
Direct and connecting flights from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Johannesburg to Zanzibar take?
Flight time from Johannesburg (JNB) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?
Airline availability for JNB to ZNZ changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to Zanzibar?
Direct (nonstop) availability on JNB to ZNZ varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SFRNo data
- LNKNo data
- Air TanzaniaNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SFR | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| LNK | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Air Tanzania | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning JNB → ZNZ
JNB to ZNZ is a medium-haul route of 2,502 km (1,555 mi). See the return ZNZ → JNB route.
Alternative airports near Johannesburg: Johannesburg (QRA) — 15 km, Johannesburg (GCJ) — 20 km, Waterkloof (WKF) — 35 km.
Alternative airports near Zanzibar: Dar Es Salaam (DAR) — 73 km.