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$681+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ZNZ
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 18, 2026.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:40 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops31h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/28:40 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,088
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 4/211:20 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 4/234:35 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
1 stop38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,089
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Mon 4/201:20 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
1 stop29h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 4/224:35 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
1 stop38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,129
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:50 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops36h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/1010:10 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,139
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/133:10 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops44h 05m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/2212:05 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops52h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/14$1,169
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Wed 5/61:20 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops31h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 6/22:55 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops23h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/18$1,179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/15:35 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
3 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/82:35 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
3 stops33h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 10/89:45 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops20h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/122:55 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops23h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,207
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2810:20 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops32h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/32:40 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
3 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,211
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Fri 5/11:20 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
1 stop29h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 5/84:35 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
1 stop38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,213
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/181:20 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops28h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 4/204:35 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
1 stop38h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$1,214
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2811:00 am
DCA
-
ZNZ
2 stops25h 50m
Kenya Airways
Tue 11/38:50 pm
ZNZ
-
DCA
2 stops21h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 4/14$1,230

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 April 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,139
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$681
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,110
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar Intl
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One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($268 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/29

5:00 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops46h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 11/5

1:15 am-11:04 pm

2 stops29h 49m

$1,319

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/11

9:45 pm-3:35 am

2 stops22h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 10/17

4:35 am-11:35 am

1 stop38h 00m

$1,328

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/28

11:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops28h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/3

1:15 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$1,329

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/26

11:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops28h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/3

1:15 am-11:04 pm

2 stops29h 49m

$1,338

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/11

6:05 am-2:40 am

2 stops37h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 10/17

8:40 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops33h 24m

$1,380

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/15

9:00 pm-9:00 pm

3 stops41h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 5/18

1:00 am-6:20 pm

3 stops48h 20m

$1,387

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/1

10:55 am-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 11/5

8:00 am-8:10 am

1 stop32h 10m

$1,415
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/11

10:55 am-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 10/17

7:55 am-8:40 am

1 stop31h 45m

$1,415

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/19

9:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 6/6

10:00 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops51h 20m

$1,499

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/22

9:00 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops37h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 5/30

10:00 pm-6:10 pm

3 stops51h 10m

$1,507

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Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $837). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,242). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

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 April 18, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Turkish Airlines, andEthiopian Air from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,308 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,002 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Washington, D.C.?

    Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ), located 4.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. 3 airlines have flights to Zanzibar Intl from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar will take you 20h 35m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Zanzibar is about 7908 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 flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Currently priced at $919, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $942 and $1,307, respectively. Ethiopian Air is 28% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Zanzibar Intl, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Zanzibar Intl and Baltimore/Washington - Zanzibar Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $837). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,242). 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 3 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$919Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$942Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,307Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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