Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Arusha Airport (ARK): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 1 hour 31 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport. Zanzibar and Arusha have the same timezone — UTC+3.
Every week, there are 1,088 flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport. The first flight from ZNZ to ARK is at 07:40 and the latest is at 19:55.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Air Excel is your ticket to exploring Arusha (and perhaps some other great parts of Tanzania!). Check out the direct flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport offered by this carrier.
When flying domestically within Tanzania, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from ZNZ to ARK, check your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Arusha Airport (ARK)
ر.ق. 174 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 474. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from ZNZ to ARK by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from ZNZ to ARK. There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.
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Handy information about Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Zanzibar International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 11 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to ZNZ:
Arriving at Arusha Airport (ARK)
If you're on a late flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ARK:
Getting from Arusha Airport (ARK) to central Arusha
Arusha Airport to central Arusha is around 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Arusha Airport (ARK)
October is the busiest month for flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Arusha in February.
The warmest month in Arusha is February, with temperatures ranging between 15 ºC and 31 ºC. Book your flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Arusha Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 11 ºC and 24 ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from ZNZ to ARK around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Arusha
As soon as you've locked in your flights from ZNZ to ARK, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Arusha. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Old Boma Museum, Arusha Declaration Museum and Tanzanite Experience are highlights which should be on any good Arusha itinerary.
Complete your Arusha trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. After booking your cheap ticket to Arusha Airport, explore our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Arusha stay.
