Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar (AUH–ZNZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-1h behind 11 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between AUH and ZNZ, connecting options are available through 11 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for AUH to ZNZ.
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One-Stop Connections
11
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
JNB ~13h 25m ADD ~14h 58m DOH ~16h 0m TLV ~18h 15m NBO ~19h 20m
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Two-Stop Connections
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Zanzibar from Abu Dhabi

Nearby airports with service to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
Metric AUH→ZNZ DXB→ZNZ
Distance from AUH – 72 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 14
Dubai (DXB) to Zanzibar flights
Airports within 200 miles of AUH with service to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
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Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Zanzibar is 1 hour behind Abu Dhabi.
AUH: +04 · ZNZ: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 5:00 PM in Zanzibar.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders require a visa for Tanzania. An eVisa can be obtained online before travel through Tanzania's immigration portal. Single-entry tourist visas are valid for up to 90 days. Visa on arrival is also available at major entry points but processing times vary. Passport must have at least 6 months validity and at least two blank pages.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to AUH
Bus E101 runs from Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station to the airport in 45 minutes (AED 4), but runs infrequently and not 24 hours.Taxis from downtown Abu Dhabi cost AED 50–80 (25–40 min). Careem and Uber operate widely at AED 45–70. From Dubai, shared taxis and private cars take 90–120 minutes via the E11 highway (AED 200–350 shared, AED 300–500 private). Dubai Metro does not connect to AUH.

Facts

AUH–ZNZ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Abu Dhabi to Zanzibar route.
Route details
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections11 hubs
Origin: AUH
Full nameZayed International Airport
IATA / ICAOAUH / OMAA
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr29.4M
Elevation88 ft / 27 m
Destination: ZNZ
Full nameAbeid Amani Karume International Airport
IATA / ICAOZNZ / HTZA
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation54 ft / 16 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AUH to ZNZ flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JNB, ADD, DOH, TLV, NBO, IST, FRA, AMS, MCT, DXB and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Zanzibar is 1 hour behind Abu Dhabi.
Nearby alternatives include DXB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via JNB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB).