Travelling from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll catch your flight from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are the main airports in Oslo.
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Oslo. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Oslo to ZNZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Oslo to ZNZ with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between OSL and ZNZ include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
OSL is around 48 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Oslo Airport Gardermoen:
Of all flights departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% arrive on time at their destination.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
TRF is around 121 kilometres from central Oslo. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your Oslo to ZNZ flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.77%.
About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Reserve a hotel near ZNZ if you're catching a late flight from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion to explore Zanzibar and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
At the moment, P28,944 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P45,487. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Oslo to ZNZ, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Oslo to ZNZ.
Save money on your flight from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Zanzibar. July is when most people book flights from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Oslo to ZNZ plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport in August when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Zanzibar
After booking your flight from Oslo to Zanzibar International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zanzibar:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Zanzibar when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Nakupenda island & beach tours followed by House of Wonders and Zanzibar travel tours.
Explore more of Tanzania
Morogoro is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Tanzania, consider Tanga, roughly 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet are among the biggest draws.
