On this page, you can find and book flights from Pemba to Zanzibar City. This short route, covering just 141 km, is served regularly with a frequency of about 7 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by W2 and TC. To find the most advantageous offer, use the price trend chart and explore the information on how to get to the departure airport and how to reach the city after landing.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Pemba — Zanzibar City by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 194 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 403 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Pemba → Zanzibar City, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 396 | high | May | AED 279 | low | Sep | AED 349 | medium |
| Feb | AED 373 | medium | Jun | AED 326 | medium | Oct | AED 349 | medium |
| Mar | AED 349 | medium | Jul | AED 396 | high | Nov | AED 303 | low |
| Apr | AED 303 | low | Aug | AED 396 | high | Dec | AED 419 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Zanzibar City remains consistently hot; however, temperatures peak in March, when the air warms up to 29.8°C. April is considered the rainiest month with a record rainfall of 358.1 mm, while the driest weather typically sets in during August.
In terms of savings, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for June — ticket prices start AED 191. The peak pricing period occurs in December, when minimum fares on the route can reach AED 718.
September offers the optimal compromise between pleasant weather and price: tickets are available AED 194, and rainfall is minimal. It is recommended to avoid traveling in April due to the high probability of prolonged tropical downpours.
Regular air service between Pemba and Zanzibar is provided by 2 airlines, with the primary carriers being W2 and Air Tanzania (TC). Direct flights prevail on this route, operating with a total frequency of about 7 times per week. Click on a specific airline's card below to view detailed daily schedules and available flight options.
Flights Pemba — Zanzibar City depart from Wawi Airport and arrive at Zanzibar International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the airports is only 141 km. Taking into account the time for climb and descent, the travel time on a direct flight usually takes about 25–30 minutes.
Regular flights from Pemba to Zanzibar City are operated by W2 and TC (Air Tanzania).
Yes, direct non-stop flights dominate this route, which is the fastest and most convenient way to travel between the islands of the archipelago.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and flight occupancy. You can always find the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Since both the departure and arrival points are within Tanzania, Russian citizens do not require additional internal permits or visas beyond the country's main tourist visa for this flight.
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