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$561+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — ZNZ
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
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 August 4, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/93:10 pm -
1 stop39h 20m
Fri 9/115:50 pm -
1 stop22h 55m
Deal found 8/3$1,140
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/1610:25 pm -
2 stops32h 05m
Tue 12/12:40 pm -
3 stops33h 00m
Deal found 7/31$1,163
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/311:05 am -
2 stops23h 45m
Thu 9/1010:30 pm -
2 stops41h 15m
Deal found 7/30$1,173
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/310:55 pm -
3 stops25h 25m
Tue 11/1011:35 pm -
1 stop23h 55m
Deal found 7/30$1,197
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sun 10/259:05 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Mon 11/210:30 pm -
2 stops41h 40m
Deal found 8/2$1,201
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 9/111:05 am -
2 stops23h 45m
Tue 9/810:30 pm -
2 stops41h 15m
Deal found 8/2$1,206
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1711:05 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Thu 9/2410:30 pm -
2 stops41h 15m
Deal found 7/30$1,207
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/310:55 pm -
3 stops25h 25m
Tue 11/1011:35 pm -
2 stops28h 30m
Deal found 7/30$1,210
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/309:05 pm -
1 stop27h 25m
Mon 11/95:15 pm -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 7/31$1,212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 11/1310:21 am -
2 stops50h 34m
Thu 11/191:30 am -
2 stops30h 11m
Deal found 7/31$1,244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/211:00 am -
3 stops28h 45m
Tue 9/812:20 am -
2 stops24h 28m
Deal found 8/1$1,245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/237:40 pm -
3 stops45h 15m
Tue 11/31:30 am -
2 stops26h 50m
Deal found 7/31$1,251

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 August 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,140
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$561
(SmartFares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,549
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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 ($70 potential increase over avg. 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 August 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/2

10:25 am-10:45 pm

3 stops29h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 9/8

12:20 am-5:27 pm

2 stops24h 07m

$1,245

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/13

7:40 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops41h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/17

1:30 am-6:40 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,245

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/13

10:21 am-8:55 pm

2 stops50h 34m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 11/19

1:30 am-11:41 pm

2 stops30h 11m

$1,245

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/2

11:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops28h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 9/8

12:20 am-5:48 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$1,245

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 11/13

7:52 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops41h 03m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/17

1:30 am-5:56 pm

2 stops24h 26m

$1,253

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/16

11:00 am-8:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 2/9

1:30 am-10:55 pm

2 stops29h 25m

$1,268

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/14

6:05 am-8:15 pm

2 stops30h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 2/11

10:15 pm-10:53 pm

3 stops32h 38m

$1,268

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/15

6:00 am-11:55 pm

3 stops33h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 2/9

1:30 am-7:19 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,268

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/17

9:59 pm-11:55 pm

3 stops41h 56m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 2/6

1:30 am-7:19 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$1,274

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/22

6:08 am-10:45 pm

3 stops33h 37m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/1

1:30 am-9:55 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$1,284

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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 August.
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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $1,100). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,505). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar flights typically cost between $1,535 and $1,565 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,140 on Etihad Airways (Sep 9-Sep 11).

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 August 4, 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
4,464 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.4

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
4,464 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,464 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.4

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
1,013 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,464 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.4

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

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  • 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 24h 15m. The distance between Washington, D.C. and Zanzibar is about 7864 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 $910, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $959 and $1,248, respectively. Turkish Airlines 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $1,100). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,505). 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$910Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$959Average$1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$1,248Average$1,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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