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— ZNZ
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Flights to Zanzibar in 2025

Find the latest flights to Zanzibar in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on September 11, 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,109

Round-trip from

$920

One-way from

$772
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From New York to Zanzibar Intl
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One-way flight from New York to Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

Mon 10/610:55 amEWR - ZNZ
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/145:00 pmZNZ - EWR
2 stops22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$920
Thu 10/29:45 pmEWR - ZNZ
3 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/124:20 amZNZ - EWR
2 stops22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/11$922
Fri 9/1910:55 amJFK - ZNZ
1 stop16h 55mEthiopian Air
Sat 9/274:20 amZNZ - JFK
2 stops22h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$947
Tue 10/149:45 pmEWR - ZNZ
3 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/304:20 amZNZ - EWR
2 stops22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$948
Sat 10/1810:00 pmJFK - ZNZ
3 stops22h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/274:20 amZNZ - JFK
2 stops22h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$951
Wed 9/2410:55 amEWR - ZNZ
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/94:20 amZNZ - EWR
1 stop22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/9$952
Thu 10/99:45 pmEWR - ZNZ
3 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/194:20 amZNZ - EWR
2 stops22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$953
Sun 10/512:35 amJFK - ZNZ
1 stop18h 20mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/132:55 amZNZ - JFK
1 stop26h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/10$959
Wed 10/151:45 pmJFK - ZNZ
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2811:30 amZNZ - JFK
2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$962
Wed 10/1510:00 pmJFK - ZNZ
2 stops29h 50mEthiopian Air
Mon 10/274:20 amZNZ - JFK
2 stops22h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$966
Wed 10/810:55 amEWR - ZNZ
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 10/124:20 amZNZ - EWR
2 stops22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$973
Fri 10/179:45 pmEWR - ZNZ
3 stops22h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 10/304:20 amZNZ - EWR
2 stops22h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 9/10$993

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NewarkZanzibar

EWR - ZNZ

EWRZNZ

Newark

Wed 10/8

10:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 10/12

4:20 am-7:45 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$973

NewarkZanzibar

EWR - ZNZ

EWRZNZ

Newark

Wed 10/29

1:25 am-3:05 am

1 stop18h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/4

5:30 am-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,004

NewarkZanzibar

EWR - ZNZ

EWRZNZ

Newark

Thu 10/30

10:15 pm-3:30 am

3 stops22h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/4

5:00 pm-8:00 am

2 stops23h 00m

$1,066

NewarkZanzibar

EWR - ZNZ

EWRZNZ

Newark

Thu 10/23

9:45 pm-3:30 am

3 stops22h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 10/30

4:20 am-8:15 pm

2 stops22h 55m

$1,066

NewarkZanzibar

EWR - ZNZ

EWRZNZ

Newark

Tue 10/7

12:30 am-1:55 am

1 stop18h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 10/11

2:55 am-10:35 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,086

New YorkZanzibar

JFK - ZNZ

JFKZNZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/9

8:59 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops41h 11m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 3/16

10:55 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$1,096

New YorkZanzibar

JFK - ZNZ

JFKZNZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/9

5:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/16

10:00 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$1,131

New YorkZanzibar

JFK - ZNZ

JFKZNZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/11

10:40 am-4:55 am

1 stop34h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 2/24

5:55 am-8:15 am

1 stop34h 20m

$1,136

New YorkZanzibar

JFK - ZNZ

JFKZNZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

10:40 am-4:55 am

1 stop34h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 2/23

5:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,136

New YorkZanzibar

JFK - ZNZ

JFKZNZ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

11:00 pm-4:55 am

1 stop21h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 2/16

5:55 am-6:55 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,136

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The best insider tips for flights to Zanzibar

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Zanzibar trip
Airlines
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' business class includes pajamas and a bed-making service for a restful journey.


Qatar Airways allows only one carry-on item in economy, so pack wisely to avoid fees.

Read more about Qatar Airwaysby Brandon Schultz
Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways offers Economy Comfort seats with extra legroom and dedicated luggage space.


Premier World includes priority check-in and lounge access, enhancing the travel experience.

Read more about Kenya Airwaysby Richard Holmes
Emirates

Emirates economy offers 32 inches of legroom and top-notch entertainment on all flights.


Emirates' Dubai Connect offers free hotel stays for long layovers, enhancing travel convenience.

Read more about Emiratesby Blane Bachelor
Turkish Airlines

Economy passengers receive a travel set with sleep mask, ear plugs, and toiletries on long flights.


Business Class offers fully reclining seats with privacy screens and Ferragamo travel sets on long flights.

Read more about Turkish Airlinesby Jessica Macdonald
Delta

Delta One features 180-degree flat-bed seats with duvets and lumbar pillows on long-haul routes.


Delta offers free Wi-Fi on most long-haul flights for SkyMiles members, enhancing connectivity.

Read more about Deltaby Harriet Baskas
Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Airlines offers 32-inch pitch in Economy, providing more space than average.


Business Class on A350s features lie-flat beds with a 22-inch width for added comfort.

Read more about Ethiopian Airby Paul Rubio
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Richard Holmes

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Expert on Kenya Airways

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Based in Cape Town, Richard Holmes is a freelance travel writer who spends plenty of time at 35 000 feet. He’s deeply in love with the Okavango Delta, and has Antarctica at the top of his travelling bucket-list. When he’s not on another plane, you’ll find him running the trails of Table Mountain or surfing his local break.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Best time to book a flight to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Zanzibar

When is the best time to book a flight to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Zanzibar. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Zanzibar?

On average, a flight from New York to Zanzibar takes 19 hours 18 minutes. Flights to Zanzibar from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Zanzibar are Kenya Airways, Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $814
Ethiopian Air
Ethiopian Air
From $855
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From $855
Kenya Airways
Kenya Airways
From $945

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Zanzibar?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Zanzibar are Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Qatar Airways.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 0.8 - 12.6 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 12.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zanzibar. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines to Tanzania. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
861 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
281 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,334 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

FAQs about flying to Zanzibar

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar?

    Most people fly into Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ) if they book a flight to Zanzibar. Zanzibar Intl is conveniently located just 4.4 mi from Zanzibar’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Zanzibar if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Zanzibar on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Zanzibar?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Zanzibar.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Zanzibar. One-way flights to Zanzibar Intl typically cost $20, while round-trip flights cost around $51.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Zanzibar?

    A round-trip flight to Zanzibar will typically cost around $60, however they can be found for as little as $51.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Zanzibar depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Zanzibar, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Zanzibar Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Zanzibar Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Zanzibar Intl?

    Yes. Zanzibar Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Salaam Letting (4 Bedroom, Zanzibar Hous is the closest property to Zanzibar Intl (0.0 mi away from Zanzibar Intl).

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