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$992+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

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SFO — ZNZ
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

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$992
(Delta)

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December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,071
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:40 amSFO - ZNZ
2 stops34h 15mDelta
Mon 11/2410:55 pmZNZ - SFO
3 stops35h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/2$992
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:45 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop25h 50mEmirates
Mon 11/248:00 amZNZ - SFO
1 stop39h 50mEmirates
Deal found 7/3$1,345
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/111:20 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops27h 35mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/233:40 amZNZ - SFO
3 stops32h 35mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/2$1,357
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/12:10 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop26h 55mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/75:30 amZNZ - SFO
1 stop40h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,404
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/192:45 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop29h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 11/3010:45 pmZNZ - SFO
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,411
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/13:45 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:55 pmZNZ - SFO
3 stops50h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$1,442
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/259:40 pmSFO - ZNZ
3 stops37h 40mLufthansa
Tue 12/3011:35 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops31h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$1,844
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3010:50 pmSFO - ZNZ
3 stops43h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 8/1010:10 amZNZ - SFO
2 stops49h 25mKenya Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,963
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/227:25 pmSFO - ZNZ
3 stops49h 55mSWISS
Tue 12/3011:35 pmZNZ - SFO
1 stop27h 50mSWISS
Deal found 7/2$2,151

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

12:40 am-8:55 pm

2 stops34h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/24

10:55 pm-11:53 pm

3 stops35h 58m

$992

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

4:45 pm-4:35 am

1 stop25h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/24

8:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop39h 50m

$1,345

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

11:20 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/23

3:40 am-1:15 am

3 stops32h 35m

$1,357

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

2:10 pm-3:05 am

1 stop26h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 11/7

5:30 am-11:05 am

1 stop40h 35m

$1,404

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

2:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop29h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/30

10:45 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$1,411

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

3:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop29h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 11/7

8:55 pm-12:25 pm

3 stops50h 30m

$1,442

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Thu 12/25

9:40 pm-10:20 pm

3 stops37h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 12/30

11:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops31h 00m

$1,844

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Wed 7/30

10:50 pm-4:15 am

3 stops43h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 8/10

10:10 am-1:35 am

2 stops49h 25m

$1,963

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Mon 12/22

7:25 pm-8:20 am

3 stops49h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 12/30

11:35 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop27h 50m

$2,151

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Wed 12/17

6:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$2,730

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Zanzibar in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta, and KLM from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Currently priced at $992, Delta will fly you from San Francisco to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,345 and $1,357, respectively. Delta is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Zanzibar one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $2,730 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $3,799 and Air France from $3,878 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Zanzibar by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,155Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,390Average$2,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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