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Baggage Policy

Carry-on Baggage

Zanair passengers are permitted a 5kg baggage allowance.

Checked Baggage

ZanAir aircraft operate at small capacities: 5 - 13 seats. Therefore luggage is limited to 15kg per checked baggage. Soft-sided luggage is recommended.

Excess Baggage

ZanAir luggage fees will apply if your baggage exceeds the maximum weight or dimensions restrictions. Excess luggage charges vary depending on the route. For flights to Arusha and Selous, the fee is 3 USD per kilogram of excess luggage. For routes to Zanzibar, Pemba, and Dar-Es-Salaam, the fee is 2 USD per kilogram of excess luggage. The maximum load allowed on the flight is determined by the pilot in command.

Check-In Information

Online Check-In

The airline doesn't offer online check-in for its flights.

Airport Check-In

To check-in for their flight, passengers must check-in at the airport.

The airport check-in counter is open from 60–20 minutes before the scheduled flight departure time on flights leaving from Zanzibar, Dar Es Salaam and Pemba.

The airport check-in counter is open from 90–20 minutes before the scheduled flight departure time on flights leaving from Arusha.

Food & Drink

Due to the type of flights ZanAir operates, meal services are not provided on board. Food and drink are also not available to purchase.

In-flight Entertainment

In-flight entertainment is not provided on ZanAir flights. This is due to the type of aircraft ZanAir uses for its flights. You can instead enjoy sightseeing opportunities when you fly with this airline.

Wi-Fi

ZanAir doesn't currently offer Wi-Fi on board.

Frequent Flyer Program

ZanAir has a frequent flyer program to reward its regular passengers called 'Twende'.

Twende

ZanAir's Twende loyalty program allows passengers to earn points on eligible flights - these points can be redeemed for various rewards. Passengers can become members of this program by visiting the airline's official website.

Points earned in the Twende program can be used to get free flights, upgrades, excess baggage allowance, exclusive lounge access and more. Other benefits include priority boarding and check-in, as well as special offers and promotions that are available only to Twende members.

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Destinations that ZanAir flies to

ZanAir currently operates domestic flights in Tanzania - some of its destinations include Arusha, Saadani National Park and Selous Game Reserve, among others. Click below to find out all the destinations that ZanAir flies to.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any ZanAir deals?

You won't be able to buy deals specific to ZanAir here at Alternative Airlines, however, you can instead take advantage of our many promo codes, deals and discounts that can help you save money on your flights. Take a look at our flight deals and discounts page for more information and save money on your ZanAir flights!

Does ZanAir offer flights from Arusha to Zanzibar?

Yes, ZanAir operates flights between Arusha and Zanzibar. ZanAir operates this flight once per day. Use our search form at the top of the page to begin searching for ZanAir's Arusha to Zanzibar flights.