About this route
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) is Zanzibar's main gateway, just 6 km south of Stone Town. Stone Town is Zanzibar's UNESCO World Heritage old town, famous for carved doors, spice markets and Forodhani night food market.
Our Zanzibar Airport to Stone Town transfer is a private, door-to-door ride — no shared shuttles and no waiting for other guests. Your driver tracks your flight or ferry, waits with a name sign, helps with luggage and takes the fastest road, roughly 10 km. Most trips take around 24 minutes depending on traffic and road works.
The price is fixed per vehicle, not per person, and includes fuel, bottled water and waiting time. Pay by card, mobile money (M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel) or cash in USD or TZS to the driver.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Zanzibar Airport to Stone Town?
A private car costs $15, a minivan $25 and a coaster bus $40.
How long does it take?
Around 24 minutes for about 10 km.
Is the return trip available?
Yes — book the Stone Town to Zanzibar Airport transfer for your way back.