Travelling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar is one hour ahead of Lilongwe and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your LLW to ZNZ flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Lilongwe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is a popular stopover on the LLW to ZNZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
At the moment, $369 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $948. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LLW to ZNZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
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Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
82.0% of flights leaving Lilongwe International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from LLW.
Central Lilongwe to Lilongwe International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Reserve a hotel close to ZNZ if you're taking a late Lilongwe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and discover more of Zanzibar and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Zanzibar International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 by car.
When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LLW to ZNZ in August if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored after you've experienced Zanzibar. Around 418 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another essential stop in Tanzania. Experience major highlights starting with Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.