TUI will be the only UK package holiday provider to offer non‑stop, direct flights to the archipelago.

Over 50 destinations and 2,000 hotels will also go on sale for Winter 2027.

Free kids’ places will be available across nine destinations, including during school holidays.

The new route will depart from London Gatwick twice weekly, operating on Wednesdays and Sundays from 3rd November 2027, with the last outbound flight for the season on 22nd March 2028, giving customers the chance to secure early winter sun to one of the Indian Ocean’s most exciting destinations.

The addition of direct flights makes Zanzibar more accessible than ever for UK travellers, offering seamless package holidays that combine flights, accommodation, transfers and on-the-ground support in one booking. Backed by more than 50 years’ experience in holidays, TUI brings added support before, during and after travel, giving customers reassurance and extra value through every stage of their trip to a new destination.

Known as the ‘Spice Island’ thanks to its farming industry history, Zanzibar also offers a mix of white-sand beaches, thick green forests, mangroves and flat grasslands - all within an hour’s drive of each other. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Town in Zanzibar city adds a rich culture, helping the island blend relaxation with discovery.

Year-round temperatures of 23°C - 32°C make the destination a brilliant winter sun option for both families and couples alike. It also offers a more affordable alternative to Indian Ocean favourites like the Maldives and Mauritius, giving it growing appeal among Brits looking for great value long-haul options.

TUI’s hotel portfolio in Zanzibar includes a range of options to suit different holiday styles, from all-inclusive resorts and adults-only hotels to premium beachfront properties.

TUI Hotels & Resorts currently operates eight hotels on the island, alongside partners including RIU and JAZ.

• All-inclusive package holidays to Zanzibar departing on 17th November 2027, including direct TUI flights, transfers and a seven-night stay at TUI BLUE Bahari Zanzibar start from £2,085 per person, based on two adults sharing.
• All-inclusive package holidays staying at the Zanzibar Bay Resort departing on 1st December 2027, including direct TUI flights, transfers and a seven-night stay start from £1,615 per person, based on two adults sharing.

“By introducing flights from the UK, we’re opening up everything the island has to offer, from white‑sand beaches and rich culture to unforgettable excursions, all brought together in one seamless package. As always, our holidays are designed to take the stress out of planning, giving customers complete confidence when booking their winter escape.”

Zanzibar forms part of TUI’s wider Winter 2027 programme, which features over 50 destinations and more than 2,000 hotels across short-haul and long-haul routes.

The launch also includes free kids’ places during school holidays, available at 60 hotels across the Balearics, Canaries, Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, Mainland Spain, Tunisia and Turkey.

Customers booking with TUI also benefit from round-the-clock support via the TUI app and on the ground support with TUI Reps, alongside the reassurance of ATOL and ABTA protection. With expert teams across customer service centres and specialist holiday support, plus more than 300 retail stores across the UK, TUI’s end-to-end holiday experiences are designed to support customers at every stage of their trip.