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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Mauritius Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $2,717. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zanzibar.$2,283 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,283, select.

Zanzibar.$2,396 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,396, select.

Zanzibar.$2,416 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,416, select.

Zanzibar.$2,441 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,441, select.

Zanzibar.$2,462 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Fri, 12 Jun.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,462, select.

Zanzibar.$2,694 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,694, select.

Zanzibar.$2,711 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,711, select.

Zanzibar.$2,717 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,717, select.

Zanzibar.$2,719 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,719, select.

Zanzibar.$2,894 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Air Mauritius and Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Mauritius, departs from Mauritius on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,894, select.

Zanzibar.$3,005 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Fri, 1 Jan.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,005, select.

Zanzibar.$3,063 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Sat, 18 Apr.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,063, select.

Zanzibar.$3,078 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Kenya Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Mauritius on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Kenya Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Mauritius.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,078, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Mauritius to Zanzibar

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Mauritius to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

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Port Louis to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$2,283
Cheapest month to fly	November

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Finding cheap flights from Mauritius to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Mauritius to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a return flight from Mauritius to Zanzibar is $2,283. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Mauritius to Zanzibar?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Mauritius to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,283.

How many flights are there a week from Mauritius to Zanzibar?

As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Mauritius to Zanzibar.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mauritius to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from Mauritius to Zanzibar is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Mauritius Airport to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mauritius Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Thursday, 5 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Mauritius Airport to Zanzibar Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Mauritius Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Mauritius Airport to Zanzibar with?

Currently, Kenya Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Port Louis.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MRU to ZNZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MRU and ZNZ:
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- Dubai Airport
- Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

$1,004 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $2,283. These prices may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MRU to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MRU to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

Of all flights departing from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, 72.12% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport from central Port Louis, it'll take about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MRU? If you've booked an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

If you're coming in on a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Zanzibar International Airport around one week ahead of your departure.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

Zanzibar International Airport to the centre of Zanzibar has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Zanzibar. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MRU to ZNZ in August if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.