Flying from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Algiers.
To ensure you catch your ALG to ZNZ flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between ALG and ZNZ include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Algiers Airport (ALG) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
Right now, $589 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $879. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from ALG to ZNZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
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Handy information about Algiers Airport (ALG)
Algiers Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Algiers. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ALG:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel near ZNZ if you're catching a late Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Zanzibar Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zanzibar Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Zanzibar in March.
When booking your flight from Algiers Airport to Zanzibar Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ALG to ZNZ in July. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.