Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar two hours 30 minutes behind New Delhi.
To ensure you catch your DEL to ZNZ flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DEL and ZNZ include:
Dubai Airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is C$430. A round-trip ticket right now is C$850. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DEL to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DEL to ZNZ.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights departing from Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% land on schedule at their destination.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near DEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion to explore Zanzibar and beyond.
Booking your ride from Zanzibar International Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DEL to ZNZ around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be explored. Around 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are among the biggest draws.