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1.144 € Cheap Flights from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar

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Flight deals from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 1.310 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.1.144 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.144 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.310 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Philadelphia International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.310 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.382 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May, returning Thu, 6 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.382 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.396 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Jan, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.396 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.398 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.398 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.427 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways and Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.427 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.596 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.596 €, select.
Zanzibar.2.002 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Flightlink LTD.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Flightlink LTD, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 2.002 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in November.
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from 1.310 €
Oct
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Nov
from 1.144 €
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Philadelphia International to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

Zanzibar

6km from central Zanzibar
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from 1.144 €
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Dar Es Salaam

78km from central Zanzibar
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from 923 €
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Philadelphia to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found1.144 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar is 1.144 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.144 €.
As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Zanzibar is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Friday, 20 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Philadelphia International Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Philadelphia.

  • Your PHL to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between PHL and ZNZ include:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight is 644 €. A return plane ticket is currently 1.144 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from PHL to ZNZ, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHL to ZNZ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Philadelphia to Philadelphia International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel near PHL? If you're boarding an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • If you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near ZNZ:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Zanzibar and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Zanzibar Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Zanzibar. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.

When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Zanzibar Airport for February if you want to explore Zanzibar during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from PHL to ZNZ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF) on average.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've seen Zanzibar, now it's time to discover other parts of Tanzania. Journey around 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to check off its top attractions. From Kilimanjaro info to Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Tanzania, head for Morogoro, roughly 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve are the start of reasons to visit.

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