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Airlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, is set to launch its new Johannesburg-Zanzibar route in June 2026, offering flights to the Tanzanian island famous for its spices, beaches, and historical Stone Town. Tickets are now on sale for the twice-weekly flights, which will operate on Airlink’s state-of-the-art Embraer E195-E2 flagship aircraft, accommodating up to 136 passengers. “Zanzibar’s proximity to Johannesburg, Airlink’s main hub, puts the island within reach of our customers based in Gauteng. The timing of the flights allows for Airlink connecting flights from other destinations we serve across South Africa and the SADC region. Similarly, Airlink will provide convenient connections for customers travelling between Zanzibar and almost anywhere in the world on our world-leading partner airlines,” said de Villiers Engelbrecht, Airlink CEO. Zanzibar is an increasingly popular destination for tourists, with its UNESCO-listed historical Stone Town reflecting a fusion of African, Asian, and European influences. The island is also emerging as a magnet for investors and business travelers, with its flourishing economy. Airlink’s new route is expected to boost tourism and business travel between South Africa and Zanzibar, offering convenient connections for customers traveling between the island and almost anywhere in the world on Airlink’s partner airlines.
