Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar is three hours ahead of Porto and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your OPO to ZNZ flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OPO and ZNZ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is ج.م. 20,359. A round-trip ticket is currently ج.م. 31,055. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from OPO to ZNZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to Porto Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.49% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel near OPO? If you've booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and explore beyond Zanzibar's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week before your travel 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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Zanzibar in February.
Book your flight from Porto Airport to Zanzibar International Airport for March if you want to go to Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to ZNZ in August. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Tanzania you should also see. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a trip to Arusha will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Morogoro is another standout destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without a visit to Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.