Zanzibar to Mtwara flights
Mtwara lies 469 km (291 mi) south 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 21 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 | Mtwara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Tanzania |
| Population | 709,809 | 140,793 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Nearest large airport | ZNZ, 7 km out | MYW, 8 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 Mtwara
Mtwara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mtwara Airport (MYW), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,410 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mtwara Airport (regional) | MYW | 8 km (5 mi) | 7,410 ft | 371 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mtwara from Zanzibar?
469 km (291 mi) in a straight line, south of Zanzibar.
How long does it take to get from Zanzibar to Mtwara by air?
About 1 h 21 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 Mtwara?
No, both are on Africa/Dar_es_Salaam at the moment.
Which airports are used for Zanzibar to Mtwara flights?
Typically Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Mtwara Airport (MYW).
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.