Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Brussels.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BRU to ZNZ flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between BRU and ZNZ:
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is RM1,615. A round-trip fare is currently RM2,558. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from BRU to ZNZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BRU to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
71.97% of flights taking off from Brussels Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Brussels Airport from central Brussels, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BRU? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
If you're getting in on a late Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Go where the road takes you with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and find adventure across Zanzibar and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Brussels Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRU to ZNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania just waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd are the start of reasons to visit.