Travelling from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Brussels. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Brussels to ZNZ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Brussels to ZNZ that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BRU and ZNZ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
BRU is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Brussels Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Of all flights leaving Brussels Airport, 75% arrive on time at their destination.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
You can reach CRL from central Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Brussels South Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to ZNZ flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 78%.
About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
If you have a late flight from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near ZNZ:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week before your Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.
Getting from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, central Zanzibar is around 8 kilometres away. It takes about 15 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
$562 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Return flights start from $910. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Brussels to ZNZ. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ). July is when most people travel to Zanzibar. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in December.
Book a Brussels to ZNZ plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in July when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Zanzibar
After booking your flight from Brussels to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zanzibar:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions are must-do's during your Zanzibar adventure.
Explore more of Tanzania
Morogoro is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
Tanga is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without experiencing Amboni Caves, Mkomazi National Park and Jumba La Ufalme, Tanga Kusini.
