How long is the flight from USA to Zanzibar?

SWISS, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air can get you from USA to Zanzibar in just under 19h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 50m. The distance between USA and Zanzibar is about 7713 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Zanzibar one-way?

$519 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from KLM. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Air France, with prices starting from $522 and $624, respectively.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from USA to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,744). 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.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from USA to Zanzibar?

The most popular flight routes from USA to Zanzibar are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Zanzibar Intl, New York LaGuardia - Zanzibar Intl and Newark - Zanzibar Intl.

How far in advance should I book a flight from USA to Zanzibar?

Users have found that booking a flight from USA to Zanzibar at least 46 days early can save you up to 26% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 46 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from USA to Zanzibar for as little as $1,109 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,109 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from USA to Zanzibar?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to Zanzibar from USA. Prices for April average $1,241 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $880. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a April flight can save you 33% on your journey compared to booking in December

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Zanzibar as you normally would.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from United States?

Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ), located 4.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from United States to Zanzibar.

Can I find deals for flights from USA to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from USA to Zanzibar?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Zanzibar.

Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Zanzibar?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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.

$519+ Flights from the United States to Zanzibar

Round-trip from	$920 (oojo)
One-way from	$519 (KLM)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	April
Average price	$1,109

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

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

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

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.

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

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$734	Average$1,227	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$814	Average$1,314	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Ethiopian Air	Cheapest$855	Average$1,121	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$856	Average$1,510	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%
Lufthansa	Cheapest$981	Average$993	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Emirates	Cheapest$1,033	Average$1,341	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
Kenya Airways	Cheapest$1,090	Average$1,320	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%

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