Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 1 hour behind Zanzibar, where Zanzibar International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from ZNZ to Bucharest. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
You'll need an embassy visa for Romania if you hold a passport from Tanzania and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
ZNZ is about 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near ZNZ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Bucharest
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest is C$635. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,205. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from ZNZ to Bucharest. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest.
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Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 34 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 36 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to visit Bucharest. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
When booking your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Bucharest, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -9ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap flights from ZNZ to Bucharest around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are top attractions which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bucharest and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Bucharest.