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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar

Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

Amsterdam to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$296
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time9 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineKLM
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar is $593. 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.
9 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar.
KLM, Air France and Delta fly direct from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar.
As of December 2024, there are 5 flights per week flying from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol to Zanzibar is usually December 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Thursday, 5 December 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 10 minutes.
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, TUI.nl offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport is 9 hours 31 minutes. Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, making Zanzibar 2 hours ahead of Amsterdam.

  • Take your pick of 4 weekly flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport. The 10:05 departure with KLM is the earliest you can take from AMS to ZNZ. TUIfly Netherlands operates the last service of the day at 21:30 if you'd rather not get up at the crack of dawn.

  • During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • KLM is your gateway to discovering Zanzibar (and perhaps some other great parts of Tanzania!). Browse the direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between AMS and ZNZ are:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from AMS to ZNZ, check whether you need a visa to enter Tanzania. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Located around 23 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

More about Zanzibar

  • Start your Zanzibar trip right by finding the perfect stay. After booking your flight from AMS to ZNZ, have a look at our hotel options including:

  • Old Fort and Abdul Hamid Guide Francophone Zanzibar/Tanzania are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Zanzibar to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Zanzibar. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 11 minutes.

Complete your Zanzibar trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Zanzibar International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Zanzibar.

How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport is $296. The cheapest price for a return flight is $593. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 2 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AMS to ZNZ.

  • Schedule your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from AMS to ZNZ. There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zanzibar in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AMS to ZNZ around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.