Traveling from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a well-known stop between GBE and ZNZ.
To see whether you need a visa to enter Tanzania, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from GBE to ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is C$472. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,039. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap flight tickets from GBE to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from GBE to ZNZ. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have fallen. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price.
Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
Central Gaborone to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 18 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
After a handy hotel near GBE? If you're on an early flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're on a late flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the center of Zanzibar. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Zanzibar in February.
Before locking in your flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from GBE to ZNZ sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Zanzibar
Start your Zanzibar trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. After booking your flight from GBE to ZNZ, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Old Fort, Abdul Hamid Guide Francophone Zanzibar/Tanzania and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are essential stops on your Zanzibar itinerary.
Complete your Zanzibar trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Zanzibar International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Zanzibar vacation.
