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1.122 € Cheap Flights from Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar

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Zanzibar.1.122 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.122 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.181 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.181 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.182 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with SWISS and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.182 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.213 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 21 Dec.Return flight with SWISS and Precision Air.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 21 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.213 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.216 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Sat, 16 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.216 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.645 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Lufthansa and SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.645 €, select.
Zanzibar.1.908 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.908 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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Durham to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found1.122 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar is 1.122 €. 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 Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from 1.122 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to Zanzibar is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Monday, 1 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Raleigh / Durham 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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Zanzibar is seven hours ahead of Durham and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your RDU to ZNZ flight.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. Charles de Gaulle Airport is a popular stopover on the RDU to ZNZ route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight is 634 €. A return ticket is currently 1.122 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from RDU to ZNZ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RDU to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)

  • 80.09% of flights departing from Raleigh-Durham International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from RDU.

  • To reach Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to RDU:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Zanzibar in February.

  • The warmest month in Zanzibar is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to ZNZ in August. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of Tanzania

  • You've seen Zanzibar, now it's time to explore more of Tanzania. Journey around 418 kilometres north-west to Arusha to tick off its popular sights. From Lake Duluti to Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Morogoro is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without experiencing Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.

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