Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to break up your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the JED - ZNZ route include:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
To find out whether you need a visa to enter Tanzania, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from JED to ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is ر.ق. 975. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 2,119. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from JED to ZNZ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
To get to King Abdulaziz International Airport from central Jeddah, it'll take about 21 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a handy hotel close to JED? If you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Zanzibar in February.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24 ºC and 33 ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from JED to ZNZ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21 ºC and 28 ºC on average.
More about Zanzibar
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zanzibar right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from JED to ZNZ:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Old Fort, Abdul Hamid Guide Francophone Zanzibar/Tanzania and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are must-visits when exploring Zanzibar.
Complete your Zanzibar trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Zanzibar International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Zanzibar.
