Nearest Airport to Zanzibar, TZ
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
Zanzibar, TZ
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the nearest airport to Zanzibar?
The closest airport to Zanzibar is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), located approximately 7 km away. Estimated driving time is 8 min.
How far is ZNZ airport from Zanzibar?
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is 7 km (straight-line) from Zanzibar, with an estimated road distance of 10 km.
How do I get from ZNZ to Zanzibar?
From Abeid Amani Karume International Airport airport you can reach Zanzibar by private transfer, taxi, or rental car. Driving time is approximately 8 min. Book a fixed-price transfer via Transferhood.
Are there alternative airports near Zanzibar?
Yes. Alternative airports include Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR, 78 km) and Tanga Airport (TGT, 119 km).
Which airports serve Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is served by 4 international airports (closest: Moi International Airport, MBA) and 8 domestic airports (closest: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, ZNZ).
How much does it cost to get from ZNZ to Zanzibar?
A fixed-price private transfer from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Zanzibar is typically the most predictable option and can be booked in advance via Transferhood. A metered taxi fare varies with traffic, and a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel for the 10 km drive.
Nearest airport to Zanzibar
The nearest airport to Zanzibar is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), approximately 7 km away as the crow flies, or about 10 km by road. Driving from ZNZ to Zanzibar takes around 8 min under normal traffic conditions. Zanzibar is reachable via 4 international and 8 domestic airports within range, so travelers arriving from abroad and those flying domestically both have convenient options.
Once you land at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, the most common ways to reach Zanzibar are a pre-booked private transfer, a metered taxi, or a rental car. A fixed-price transfer is usually the most predictable option for the 10 km trip and can be booked in advance via Transferhood, while a rental car costs from around €25/day plus roughly €1 in fuel. See the full transfer cost breakdown for exact pricing.
If Abeid Amani Karume International Airport doesn't suit your itinerary, Zanzibar has 11 other nearby airports worth checking. Compare them all on our alternative airports page, or use compare airports to weigh distance, drive time and cost side by side.