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Flight deals from Riyadh to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $965. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.$463 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.
Zanzibar.$478 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $478, select.
Zanzibar.$504 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $504, select.
Zanzibar.$540 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Riyadh on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $540, select.
Zanzibar.$565 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $565, select.
Zanzibar.$580 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $580, select.
Zanzibar.$580 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $580, select.
Zanzibar.$581 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.
Zanzibar.$581 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.
Zanzibar.$581 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jul.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Mon, 5 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.
Zanzibar.$581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Riyadh on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.
Zanzibar.$618 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Riyadh on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $618, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Riyadh to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jul
from $618
Aug
from $540
Sep
from $478
Oct
from $565
Nov
from $504
Dec
from $581
Jan
from $581
Feb
from $581
Mar
from $463
Apr
from $580
May
from $580
Jun
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Riyadh to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Riyadh to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar
Closest
from $463
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Dar Es Salaam

78km from central Zanzibar
Cheapest
from $438
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Riyadh to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$463
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Riyadh to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Riyadh to Zanzibar is $879. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Riyadh to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from $878.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Riyadh to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Zanzibar is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Riyadh Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, flydubai offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Riyadh.

  • Your RUH to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between RUH and ZNZ include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Addis Ababa Airport

    • Muscat Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • Right now, $463 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $879. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from RUH to ZNZ is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)

  • Riyadh Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.

  • Riyadh Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.

  • Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport, take a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a quick drive from RUH.

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zanzibar. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Riyadh Airport to Zanzibar Airport, consider the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from RUH to ZNZ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've visited Zanzibar, now it's time to explore other parts of Tanzania. Travel about 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to check off its top attractions. From Kilimanjaro info to Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are key highlights.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.