Direct (nonstop) flights from Zanzibar to Madrid

1 airline flys nonstop from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Barajas (MAD). It's 4,208 miles (6,772 km), about 8h 40m in the air. Operated by World2Fly.

ZNZ
Zanzibar
🇹🇿 Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
MAD
Barajas
🇪🇸 Madrid, Spain
Flight Time
8h 40m
Distance
4,208 mi
6,772 km
CO₂/pax
643 kg
−124 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
World2Fly
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by World2Fly World2Fly

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

World2Fly 2W World2Fly
Route
ZNZ → MAD
Flight Time
8h 40m
Distance
4,208 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zanzibar to Madrid with one stop · direct emits 643 kg CO₂ per passenger

ZNZ CAI (Cairo) MAD
Leg 1: 2h (2,551 mi) Leg 2: 5h 5m (2,085 mi) Total: ~7h 5m 🍃 767 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNZ → CAI
2h · 2,551 mi
View ZNZ to CAI flights →
Leg 2
CAI → MAD
5h 5m · 2,085 mi
View CAI to MAD flights →
ZNZ CTA (Catania) MAD
Leg 1: 6h 50m (3,385 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,022 mi) Total: ~10h 🍃 716 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNZ → CTA
6h 50m · 3,385 mi
View ZNZ to CTA flights →
Leg 2
CTA → MAD
3h 10m · 1,022 mi
View CTA to MAD flights →
ZNZ VRN (Verona) MAD
Leg 1: 7h 50m (3,961 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (807 mi) Total: ~10h 13m 🍃 780 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNZ → VRN
7h 50m · 3,961 mi
View ZNZ to VRN flights →
Leg 2
VRN → MAD
2h 23m · 807 mi
View VRN to MAD flights →
ZNZ FCO (Rome) MAD
Leg 1: 7h 45m (3,717 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (828 mi) Total: ~10h 20m 🍃 746 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNZ → FCO
7h 45m · 3,717 mi
View ZNZ to FCO flights →
Leg 2
FCO → MAD
2h 35m · 828 mi
View FCO to MAD flights →
ZNZ ADD (Addis Ababa) MAD
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,045 mi) Leg 2: 7h 45m (3,382 mi) Total: ~10h 25m 🍃 719 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZNZ → ADD
2h 40m · 1,045 mi
View ZNZ to ADD flights →
Leg 2
ADD → MAD
7h 45m · 3,382 mi
View ADD to MAD flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zanzibar to Madrid?

A nonstop flight from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Madrid (MAD) takes approximately 8 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 4,208 miles (6,772 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zanzibar to Madrid?

Just World2Fly.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zanzibar to Madrid?

Yes. 1 airline: World2Fly.

How far is Zanzibar from Madrid?

The flight distance from Zanzibar to Madrid is 4,208 miles (6,772 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Rome.

What is the time difference between Zanzibar and Madrid?

Madrid is 1 hour behind Zanzibar. (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam vs Europe/Madrid.)

What type of aircraft flies from Zanzibar to Madrid?

At 8h 40m, this route typically uses wide-body aircraft — Boeing 777, 787, or Airbus A330/A350. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from United Republic of Tanzania to Spain?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Spain embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

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

Roughly 643 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 3,215 km.

Is the return flight from Madrid to Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar to Madrid?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Zanzibar for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.