Dubai to Zanzibar (DXB–ZNZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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FZ flydubai
7M8
2:30 AM
+04 T3
7:00 AM
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FZ1687
FZ flydubai
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10:00 AM
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2:40 PM
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FZ flydubai
7M8
8:00 AM
EAT T3
2:25 PM
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FZ flydubai
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Dubai to Zanzibar
1 carrier, 14 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 14 Flights/wk 2,430 mi 5h 30m nonstop -1h behind 12 1-stop hubs

DXB–ZNZ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. flydubai leads the route. The flight covers 2,430 miles in approximately 5h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DXB–ZNZ service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
FZ flydubai 14 7M8 5h30-5h40 – – –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – FZ
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: FZ (14 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DXB to ZNZ direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
2
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
14
Outbound / wk
14
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DXB to ZNZ.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
MCT ~12h 8m DOH ~15h 40m ADD ~18h 30m NBO ~18h 50m IST ~19h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
824
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 5:00 PM in Zanzibar.
Distance & Flight Time
2,430 mi / 3,911 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 30m to 5h 40m.
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 DXB

Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.

Facts

DXB–ZNZ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai to Zanzibar route.
Route details
Distance2,430 mi / 3,911 km
Flight time5h 30m to 5h 40m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights14 out / 14 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: DXB
Full nameDubai International Airport
IATA / ICAODXB / OMDB
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr92.3M
Elevation62 ft / 19 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 DXB to ZNZ flights.
Nonstop flights from Dubai International Airport to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport take approximately 5h 30m to 5h 40m. The route covers 2,430 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: flydubai.
There are approximately 14 nonstop flights per week from DXB to ZNZ. The return direction has about 14 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MCT, DOH, ADD, NBO, IST, DAR, MBA, JNB, TLV, FRA, AMS and CDG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Zanzibar is 1 hour behind Dubai.
Yes, return flights from ZNZ to DXB are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DXB to ZNZ

Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) are connected by nonstop service from flydubai. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

DXB to ZNZ Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DXB to ZNZ ranges from 5 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,430 miles (3,911 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via MCT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.