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$702+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ZNZ
Jul 23 — Jul 301
Thu 7/23
Thu 7/30
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 June 23, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Sun 10/259:05 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/25:15 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/21$1,241
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Sun 10/259:05 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/210:10 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops49h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/21$1,243
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/256:05 am
DCA
-
ZNZ
2 stops37h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/14:40 am
ZNZ
-
DCA
2 stops37h 44m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/21$1,272
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/257:00 am
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops43h 00m
Kenya Airways
Sun 11/14:40 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops39h 12m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/21$1,272
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sun 11/87:00 am
IAD
-
ZNZ
2 stops35h 40m
Kenya Airways
Fri 11/134:40 am
ZNZ
-
IAD
2 stops43h 37m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/22$1,279
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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.
Fri 11/138:05 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
3 stops33h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/2010:30 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
3 stops41h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/20$1,282
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/138:05 pm
IAD
-
ZNZ
1 stop27h 25m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/205:15 pm
ZNZ
-
IAD
1 stop30h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/18$1,300
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 11/137:40 pm
BWI
-
ZNZ
2 stops41h 15m
Delta
Thu 11/191:30 am
ZNZ
-
BWI
2 stops25h 16m
Delta
Deal found 6/21$1,307
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/116:05 am
DCA
-
ZNZ
2 stops37h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sat 10/178:40 pm
ZNZ
-
DCA
2 stops33h 24m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/21$1,310
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Wed 7/1511:52 am
BWI
-
ZNZ
3 stops27h 53m
Delta
Tue 7/2112:20 am
ZNZ
-
BWI
2 stops29h 58m
Delta
Deal found 6/21$1,334
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Wed 7/1511:00 am
DCA
-
ZNZ
3 stops28h 45m
Delta
Tue 7/2112:20 am
ZNZ
-
DCA
2 stops29h 39m
Delta
Deal found 6/21$1,377
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Sun 11/86:05 am
DCA
-
ZNZ
2 stops36h 35m
Kenya Airways
Sat 11/149:50 am
ZNZ
-
DCA
2 stops32h 34m
Kenya Airways
Deal found 6/22$1,428

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 June 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,241
(oojo)

One-way from

$702
(oojo)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,427
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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. 4% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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 June 23, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/25

6:05 am-2:40 am

2 stops37h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/1

4:40 am-10:24 am

2 stops37h 44m

$1,272
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/8

9:45 pm-3:35 am

2 stops22h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 10/14

4:35 am-7:50 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$1,304

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/7

8:20 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops42h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 7/14

10:45 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$1,329

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/15

11:52 am-10:45 pm

3 stops27h 53m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 7/21

12:20 am-11:18 pm

2 stops29h 58m

$1,334

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/7

3:25 pm-5:00 am

3 stops54h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 7/22

2:35 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops59h 50m

$1,337

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/13

1:30 pm-4:30 am

2 stops31h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 11/19

3:50 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 55m

$1,344

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/13

10:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 11/20

10:30 pm-8:10 am

3 stops41h 40m

$1,346

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/14

6:40 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 12/26

1:30 am-7:20 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$1,359

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/9

6:15 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 7/17

12:20 am-7:35 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$1,363

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/9

10:35 pm-9:30 pm

3 stops39h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 7/18

4:25 pm-1:30 pm

3 stops28h 05m

$1,363

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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 June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $120). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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 June 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian 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.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,407 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

MIA - IST

The cabin is very clean, the service is great, the food is excellent
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,407 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,407 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

MIA - IST

The cabin is very clean, the service is great, the food is excellent
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
1,007 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,407 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

MIA - IST

The cabin is very clean, the service is great, the food is excellent

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 22h 50m. 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 37% 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $120). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,248). 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 June 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$919Average$1,215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$942Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,307Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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