Flying from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Finding a convenient stopover on flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your available options. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a popular stopover when travelling from HRE to ZNZ.
To find out if you need a visa to enter Tanzania, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from HRE to ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is RM905. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM1,442. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from HRE to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Getting a cheap ticket from HRE to ZNZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
To reach RG Mugabe International Airport from central Harare, it'll take around 21 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel close to HRE? If you're boarding an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 11 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Zanzibar in February.
Book your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HRE to ZNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Zanzibar
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Complete your Zanzibar trip with hotels and a car rental
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