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£189 Flight deals from Madrid to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £457. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Zanzibar.£189 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Iberia Express.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia Express, departs from Madrid on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £189, select.

Zanzibar.£249 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Air Europa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Europa, departs from Madrid on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £249, select.

Zanzibar.£295 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with WORLD2FLY.Outbound direct flight with WORLD2FLY departs from Madrid on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £295, select.

Zanzibar.£300 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with WORLD2FLY.Outbound direct flight with WORLD2FLY departs from Madrid on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £300, select.

Zanzibar.£304 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £304, select.

Zanzibar.£307 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £307, select.

Zanzibar.£313 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Madrid on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £313, select.

Zanzibar.£316 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £316, select.

Zanzibar.£318 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.

Zanzibar.£322 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £322, select.

Zanzibar.£342 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Madrid on Wed, 9 Jun, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £342, select.

Zanzibar.£366 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Fri, 2 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £366, select.

Zanzibar.£370 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £370, select.

Zanzibar.£375 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Madrid on Sat, 29 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £375, select.

Zanzibar.£437 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Madrid on Mon, 16 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From £437, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madrid to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Madrid to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madrid to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Zanzibar

4 miles from central Zanzibar

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Madrid to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£189
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	9 hrs
Most popular airline	WORLD2FLY
Average flights per week	2

Finding cheap flights from Madrid to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Madrid to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madrid to Zanzibar is £436. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Madrid to Zanzibar?

9 hours is the average flight time from Madrid to Zanzibar.

Which airlines fly direct from Madrid to Zanzibar?

WORLD2FLY and Hahn Air Technologies fly direct from Madrid to Zanzibar.

How many flights are there a week from Madrid to Zanzibar?

As of August 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Madrid to Zanzibar.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Zanzibar is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Saturday, 28 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar with?

Currently, Wizz Air Malta and WORLD2FLY offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours.
Zanzibar is two hours ahead of Madrid and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MAD to ZNZ flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Getting to Zanzibar (and then discovering more of Tanzania!) is a breeze with WORLD2FLY. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
WORLD2FLY is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between MAD and ZNZ include:
- Istanbul Airport
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

£189 is the lowest price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Return flights start from £436. These fares can change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MAD to ZNZ, book your journey one month ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAD to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)

Of all flights departing from Madrid Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kms (8 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

If you're landing on a late Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ:
Pick up a Zanzibar Airport rental car and discover Zanzibar and beyond with your own wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Zanzibar Airport about one week before you travel.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Zanzibar. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Zanzibar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to ZNZ in July. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 29ºC then.

Explore more of Tanzania

Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kms (260 miles) away to the north-west, top sights here include Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Morogoro is another well-known destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kms (110 miles) south-west of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without experiencing Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.