Flying from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to New York: what you need to know
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar. Following the UTC-5 timezone, New York is eight hours behind Zanzibar.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your ZNZ to New York flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Located around 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar, ZNZ can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel near ZNZ? If you're catching an early flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
64% of flights taking off from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to New York
666 € is currently the best price for a one-way Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York flight. Return plane tickets start at 1.031 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from ZNZ to New York. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to the centre of New York takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from ZNZ to New York.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to EWR. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ZNZ to New York flight:
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from EWR three weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York and head for your hotel or start sightseeing right away. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and typically takes 30 minutes to drive there.
Public transport will take you there in about 55 minutes.
Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near LGA after your ZNZ to New York flight. Recover from your travel day or just take a moment to find your footing in a new city at:
About two weeks before your flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York is a good time to book your ride from LGA. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or catch some early booking discounts.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
December is the quietest month for flights from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit New York based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZNZ to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to New York:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your New York must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel around 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to check off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No trip is complete without a visit to Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.