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Cheapest round-trip
$1,118
Typical prices: $1,227-$1,749
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/12Fri 1/19
ORD - ZNZ • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Zanzibar. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 15% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,256 (round-trip)
Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Shortest trip • 21h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Zanzibar (ORD-ZNZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Zanzibar

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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1:10 pm - 1:35 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 25m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:55 pm - 7:55 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,118Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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8:25 pm - 1:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
33h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:55 pm - 8:55 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,128Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 19 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:10 am - 2:40 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
36h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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4:40 am - 5:20 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
44h 40m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,132Kenya Airways
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 8
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6:10 am - 8:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
29h 50m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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9:50 am - 5:20 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
40h 30m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,140Kenya Airways
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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6:10 am - 1:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
23h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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8:40 pm - 11:24 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
22h 44m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,161Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:25 pm - 8:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
19h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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1:30 am - 4:15 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
23h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
$1,169Air France
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 18
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10:15 am - 6:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
24h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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12:05 pm - 8:15 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,189Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 8
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10:15 am - 6:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
24h 00m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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7:10 pm - 7:40 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
21h 30m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,189Ethiopian Air
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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4:25 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
31h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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6:40 pm - 2:30 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 50m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl
$1,770Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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4:25 pm - 7:30 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
31h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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5:15 pm - 4:55 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
32h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,957Qatar Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar start at $1,118. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,227 to $1,749. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,118 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 42% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar at $1,172 round-trip.
  • July ($2,067) and December ($1,974) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$1,118
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Zanzibar

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 55% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,186 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,974, a difference of $788. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar takes 0h 00m, covering 8,371 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,118 to $8,643. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 17m, compared with 21h 57m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 22h 15m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar is 8 hours ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ)?

    Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Autounion Car Rental
    · Final Rentals
    · Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
    · H-Lead Hospitality
    · FlexWays

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar range from $1,227 to $1,749, with an average of $1,384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,227 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,186 - about $788 less than Friday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Zanzibar trip for November. Fares historically average $1,172 round-trip in that month - typically $895 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Zanzibar Intl Airport.
    - Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport
    - Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
    - Sea View Beach Hotel

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