Zanzibar to Mbeya flights
Mbeya lies 703 km (437 mi) south-west of Zanzibar, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Zanzibar | Mbeya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 709,809 | 541,603 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 1,697 m (5,568 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Nearest large airport | ZNZ, 7 km out | MBI, 19 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Zanzibar
Zanzibar is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,915 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR, 79 km).
Arriving in Mbeya
Mbeya is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Songwe Airport (MBI), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 10,925-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Songwe Airport (regional) | MBI | 19 km (12 mi) | 10,925 ft | 4,412 ft |
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Staying in Mbeya
Our booking partner lists 27 places to stay in Mbeya. Of the 20 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (14). Guests have left 212 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mbeya from Zanzibar?
703 km (437 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Zanzibar.
How long does it take to get from Zanzibar to Mbeya by air?
About 1 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Zanzibar and Mbeya?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Which airports are used for Zanzibar to Mbeya flights?
Typically Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Songwe Airport (MBI).
Where can I stay in Mbeya?
Our booking partner lists 27 places to stay in Mbeya, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.