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Getting from Zanzibar airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: dala-dala (local minibus) or shared shuttle.

Zanzibar is served by Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), located approximately 5 km south of Stone Town, the island's historic city center. This compact distance makes airport transfers to city center destinations relatively quick and affordable. Transport options include taxis, private transfers, shared shuttles, dala-dalas (local minibuses), and ride-hailing services. Journey times typically range from 10 to 25 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your chosen mode of transport.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

10-20 min

TZS 25,000 – TZS 35,000; TZS 25,000–35,000 (approx. USD 10–14); fixed rate to Stone Town

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and speed

10-20 min

TZS 40,000 – TZS 75,000; TZS 40,000–75,000 (approx. USD 16–30); pre-booked service

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

comfort and reliability

15-30 min

TZS 10,000 – TZS 20,000; TZS 10,000–20,000 (approx. USD 4–8); shared with other passengers

on arrival of flights (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

20-40 min

TZS 500 – TZS 1,000; TZS 500–1,000 (approx. USD 0.20–0.40); local experience

irregular, when full (traffic dependent)

adventurous budget travelers

10-25 min

TZS 15,000 – TZS 30,000; TZS 15,000–30,000 (approx. USD 6–12); app-based pricing

on-demand, limited availability (traffic dependent)

app users seeking value

10-20 min

TZS 0 – TZS 50,000; Often complimentary or TZS up to 50,000 (approx. USD 20); check with hotel

pre-arranged (traffic dependent)

resort guests

Notes:

  • Prices in TZS; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Taxi fares from the airport are generally fixed; confirm the price before departure.
  • Dala-dalas do not run on fixed schedules and may require a short walk from the airport entrance.
  • Ride-hailing availability in Zanzibar can be limited; have a backup plan.
  • Many hotels and resorts offer complimentary or paid airport transfers when pre-booked.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Zanzibar

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January30°C26°C
February30°C26°C
March30°C26°C
April29°C25°C
May28°C24°C
June27°C23°C
July27°C23°C
August27°C23°C
September28°C23°C
October29°C24°C
November29°C25°C
December30°C25°C
Hottest Month
30°C
February
Coldest month
23°C
August
Sunny days
277
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
27 Sep
67%
29°C23°C
4 Oct
57%
29°C23°C
Monday
28 Sep
66%
29°C23°C
5 Oct
36%
30°C24°C
Tuesday
29 Sep
36%
30°C24°C
6 Oct
83%
27°C23°C
Wednesday
30 Sep
39%
29°C23°C
7 Oct
57%
30°C23°C
Thursday
1 Oct
36%
30°C22°C
8 Oct
80%
29°C23°C
Friday
2 Oct
12%
30°C23°C
9 Oct
86%
28°C23°C
Saturday
3 Oct
81%
28°C23°C
10 Oct
86%
28°C23°C

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Sulaymaniyah?

The main airport in Sulaymaniyah is Sulaimaniyah International. It is also served by Erbil International, Sulaimaniyah International.

What airports are near Zanzibar?

The main airport in Zanzibar is Abeid Amani Karume International. It is also served by Abeid Amani Karume International.

When’s the best time to travel between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar?

Traveling between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

How many airports are there near Sulaymaniyah?

There are a number of airports in and around Sulaymaniyah. The main one is Sulaimaniyah International and other nearby airports include Erbil International, Sulaimaniyah International

How many airports are there near Zanzibar?

There are a number of airports in and around Zanzibar. The main one is Abeid Amani Karume International and other nearby airports include Abeid Amani Karume International.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar depart?

This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Sulaymaniyah, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.

What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar arrive?

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What time do flights between Sulaymaniyah and Zanzibar depart?

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