Cheap Flights Brussels to Zanzibar 2026 — Fares, Airlines & Best Time to Book

Zanzibar’s white-sand beaches are a long way from Brussels, and there’s no non-stop flight — every route makes one stop through the Gulf, Istanbul, Addis Ababa or a European hub. The upside is real competition on price for a 7,000 km trip. This guide covers who flies the route, a fair return fare in euros, and how to reach Stone Town once you land.

Fares from Brussels to Zanzibar (EUR)

Zanzibar’s high season is the dry, sunny stretch from June to October and again over December to February, which also covers the European Christmas and winter-sun peaks — those are the priciest weeks. The long rains (March–May) are the quietest and cheapest, and November’s short rains offer a shoulder-season bargain. Figures below are typical economy return fares in euros; the lowest are one-stop itineraries with a longer connection.

We do not quote a target fare for this route. Our price tracking holds no recorded observations for it, so a “typical” or “good deal” figure here would be an estimate dressed up as a measurement — so this page leaves it out rather than guess. The seasonal pattern above is the part we can stand behind; check the live fare for the number.

Airlines on this route

Non-stop: none — no airline flies Brussels to Zanzibar without a stop.

One-stop (the only option, about 12–16 hours total):

• Qatar Airways via Doha — excellent economy product and one of the smoothest connections to Zanzibar.
• Turkish Airlines via Istanbul — a wide schedule and strong value, though the routing is longer.
• Ethiopian Airlines via Addis Ababa — often the lowest fares, with a relatively short connection down to East Africa.
• KLM via Amsterdam — the most convenient European connection, with a short first hop from Brussels.
• Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi and Oman Air via Muscat — comfortable Gulf options that are competitive outside the peak.

The Gulf and Ethiopian carriers usually set competitive fares; KLM via Amsterdam tends to be the quickest single stop. Prices sit close together, so it’s worth comparing total travel time and baggage as much as the headline fare.

When to book & how to save

• Book 2–4 months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; long-haul fares to Zanzibar rarely fall in the last few weeks.
• Travel in March, May, October or November for the lowest fares — the shoulder and green seasons are much cheaper than the June–August and festive peaks.
• Compare the all-in price: the cheapest fares are often hand-luggage only, so add a checked bag before comparing carriers.
• Budget for the visa and departure card: most visitors need a Tanzania visa (around US$50, available online in advance) — factor it into the trip cost.
• Weigh time against money: a KLM connection via Amsterdam can save hours over a Gulf routing, but Ethiopian and the Gulf carriers are usually cheaper.

Arriving in Zanzibar

Flights land at Abeid Amani Karume International (ZNZ), about 6 km south of Stone Town. There’s no train or airport bus, so a taxi is the practical option: expect around US$15–US$25 (roughly €14–€23) into Stone Town, and more to the northern and eastern beach resorts such as Nungwi or Paje, which are an hour or more away. Agree the fare before you set off. Tanzania visas are checked on arrival, so have your online e-visa or the fee ready, and note that US dollars are widely used alongside the Tanzanian shilling.

Frequently asked questions

Route and schedule details from current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.