Direct (nonstop) flights from Arusha to Zanzibar

6 airlines fly nonstop from Arusha (ARK) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). It's 262 miles (422 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Regional Air, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air and others.

ARK
Arusha
🇹🇿 Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania
ZNZ
Zanzibar
🇹🇿 Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi
422 km
CO₂/pax
49 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Regional Air +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Regional Air Regional Air Coastal Aviation Coastal Aviation Precision Air Precision Air Air Tanzania Air Tanzania Auric Air Auric Air FlexFlight FlexFlight

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Regional Air 8N Regional Air
Route
ARK → ZNZ
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi
Coastal Aviation CQ Coastal Aviation
Route
ARK → ZNZ
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi
Precision Air PW Precision Air
Route
ARK → ZNZ
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi
Air Tanzania TC Air Tanzania
Route
ARK → ZNZ
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi
Auric Air UI Auric Air
Route
ARK → ZNZ
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi
FlexFlight W2 FlexFlight
Route
ARK → ZNZ
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
262 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar with one stop · direct emits 49 kg CO₂ per passenger

ARK JRO (Kilimanjaro) ZNZ
Leg 1: 13m (26 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (242 mi) Total: ~1h 33m 🍃 75 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ARK → JRO
13m · 26 mi
View ARK to JRO flights →
Leg 2
JRO → ZNZ
1h 20m · 242 mi
View JRO to ZNZ flights →
ARK DAR (Dar Es Salaam) ZNZ
Leg 1: 1h 15m (296 mi) Leg 2: 20m (45 mi) Total: ~1h 35m 🍃 88 kg CO₂ (+80% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ARK → DAR
1h 15m · 296 mi
View ARK to DAR flights →
Leg 2
DAR → ZNZ
20m · 45 mi
View DAR to ZNZ flights →
ARK SEU (Seronera) ZNZ
Leg 1: 45m (143 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (398 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+155% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ARK → SEU
45m · 143 mi
View ARK to SEU flights →
Leg 2
SEU → ZNZ
1h 40m · 398 mi
View SEU to ZNZ flights →
ARK WIL (Nairobi) ZNZ
Leg 1: 1h (140 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (375 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+145% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ARK → WIL
1h · 140 mi
View ARK to WIL flights →
Leg 2
WIL → ZNZ
1h 30m · 375 mi
View WIL to ZNZ flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Arusha to Zanzibar?

A nonstop flight from Arusha (ARK) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 262 miles (422 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Arusha to Zanzibar?

6 airlines: Regional Air, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air, Air Tanzania, Auric Air, FlexFlight.

Is there a nonstop flight from Arusha to Zanzibar?

Yes. 6 airlines: Regional Air, Coastal Aviation, Precision Air, Air Tanzania, Auric Air, FlexFlight.

How far is Arusha from Zanzibar?

The flight distance from Arusha to Zanzibar is 262 miles (422 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Arusha to Zanzibar?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Arusha to Zanzibar?

Roughly 49 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 245 km.

Is the return flight from Zanzibar to Arusha also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Arusha to Zanzibar?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Arusha for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.