Fly from Tanga (TGT) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)
Whether you’re travelling from Tanga to Zanzibar for vacations, business or family visits its always a smart choice to compare prices and make sure you’re getting the best deal before booking your travel. Tanga airport has few facilities and baggage collection is a simple affair. Lying 3 km (1.8 miles) west of the city of Tanga, the ride in is best accomplished through a transfer arranged with your hotel, hire a car to explore or grab a taxi.
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If you’re all set to hit the skies, then start booking your travel arrangements with us today.
Distance and Flight Time
You are in for a treat: one of the most scenic short flights in the world awaits you as take the 126km (78 mile) hop across the Zanzibar channel to Zanzibar’s Abeid Karume International Airport. Depending on the plane type used, you’ve between 30 and 65 minutes to soak up the splendour.
Not to miss during flights
Heading south southeast, you’ll have had a glimpse of Yambe island off your left shoulder, cross the coast south of Karange Island, with Pemba Island due west some 50km (30 miles) away.
⅓ distance covered sees the small town of Pangani sitting at its river mouth off to the left of the plane.
Approaching Zanzibar, itself visible on the left hand side of the nose, watch the colours of the sea change, as depth, corals, rocks and sea bottom type influence the light. Tumbatu island and the eastern shores of Zanzibar (official name Unguja) appear, with the shore line guiding you down to Zanzibar Town and the airport.
Airport & Layover Tips
The airport lies a few kms south of the city, with many taxis, car hire or your pre-arranged pickup waiting for you.
Should you be connecting with an international flight, after picking up your bags, follow the easy to see signs for the check-in.
Top Tip: Should you need to spend some down time at the airport, exit the terminal building and lounge at one of the cafes or restaurant out there. They also have WIFI.
