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Zanzibar.788 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 788 €, select.
Zanzibar.843 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 843 €, select.
Zanzibar.855 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From 855 €, select.
Zanzibar.873 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 873 €, select.
Zanzibar.896 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 896 €, select.
Zanzibar.899 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 12 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 899 €, select.
Zanzibar.913 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Sat, 6 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 913 €, select.
Zanzibar.991 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 991 €, select.

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Washington D.C. to Zanzibar: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found788 €
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Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Zanzibar is 788 €. 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 Washington D.C. to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one stop from 788 €.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Washington D.C. to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Zanzibar is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Zanzibar Airport on Sunday, 8 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington D.C. 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zanzibar is Air France .

Travelling from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know

  • You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). Explore your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).

  • Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar. The city follows the UTC+3 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Washington DC.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Washington DC to ZNZ.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Ronald Reagan National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Make the most of your trip with a stopover on your flight from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport. Check out these connections between Washington Dulles International Airport and ZNZ:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.

  • Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Washington DC to ZNZ flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • 74.39% of flights taking off from Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.

  • You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • The journey time to BWI from central Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport flight:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At BWI, that figure is 77.13%.

About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:

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

  • Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • Currently, 560 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 788 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to ZNZ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport ticket.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Washington DC to ZNZ by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and number of stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), while July is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Book a Washington DC to ZNZ plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • August has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Zanzibar International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Zanzibar

Explore more of Tanzania

  • Morogoro is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be explored once you've seen Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.

  • Around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar, Tanga is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet.

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