Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar: • Economy Class • Business Class

Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar pass through?

One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar most commonly connect through: • Istanbul (IST) - 61% of one-stop connections • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 20% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 20% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,299 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,955, a difference of $656. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar takes 00m, covering 10,040 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 $1,183 to $7,078. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Zanzibar looking right now?

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Zanzibar are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $900, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 29h 58m, compared with 31h 24m via Istanbul (IST) and 34h 43m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Zanzibar?

Zanzibar is 10 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Africa Time vs Pacific 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 averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include: • Autounion Car Rental • Final Rentals • Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar • FlexWays • H-Lead Hospitality

How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Zanzibar flight?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar range from $1,299 to $1,604, with an average of $1,367 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,299 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar typically range from $1,299 to $1,604. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,183, on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Zanzibar. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Etihad Airways ($1,183) and RwandAir ($1,262) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Zanzibar according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Istanbul (IST) is the most popular layover for the Los Angeles to Zanzibar route. 61% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via IST.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,451. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Zanzibar which airport offers the shortest layover?

Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Zanzibar layovers at 19h 17m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Zanzibar

Wed, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 24

6:00 am - 2:00 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

34h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:55 pm - 12:20 amZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

40h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,183Etihad Airways

Tue, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 29

11:49 pm - 2:00 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

40h 11m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:50 pm - 11:50 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

40h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,183Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

10:40 pm - 1:35 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

51h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:55 pm - 8:51 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

37h 56m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,217Etihad Airways

Mon, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 24

6:00 am - 2:00 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

33h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:55 pm - 6:39 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

35h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,223Etihad Airways

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 24

6:00 am - 2:00 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

33h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

5:55 pm - 6:39 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

35h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,223Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8

10:35 pm - 2:00 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

40h 25m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

6:00 am - 8:59 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

49h 59m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,236Etihad Airways

Mon, Mar 29 - Fri, Apr 2

4:20 pm - 1:10 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

34h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl

6:40 pm - 2:00 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

29h 20m2 stops Kigali Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,262RwandAir

Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1

6:30 pm - 2:10 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

44h 40m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro

3:50 am - 10:50 amZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

42h 00m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Istanbul

$1,300Turkish Airlines

Mon, Mar 29 - Fri, Apr 2

8:10 pm - 3:40 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

45h 30m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro

4:35 am - 11:00 amZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

40h 25m1 stop Istanbul

$1,355Turkish Airlines

Mon, Mar 29 - Thu, Apr 1

12:55 pm - 2:05 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

27h 10m1 stop Istanbul

3:05 am - 6:15 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

25h 10m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Istanbul

$1,380Turkish Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Zanzibar

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

5:55 am - 11:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

31h 00m3 stops Minneapolis St Paul Paris Charles de Gaulle Arusha Kilimanjaro

1:30 am - 4:35 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

26h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$1,291Delta

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

5:50 am - 11:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

31h 05m3 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Paris Charles de Gaulle Arusha Kilimanjaro

1:30 am - 11:55 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

33h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Boston Logan Intl

$1,301Delta

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

8:55 pm - 2:40 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

42h 45m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

8:50 pm - 3:14 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

29h 24m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,315Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

11:59 pm - 3:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

28h 51m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Arusha Kilimanjaro

8:50 pm - 12:33 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

26h 43m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,509Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

7:30 pm - 2:10 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

43h 40m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro

3:10 am - 10:50 amZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

42h 40m1 stop Istanbul

$1,523Turkish Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

11:20 am - 7:30 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

33h 10m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl

5:15 pm - 1:25 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

31h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,598Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 16

3:50 pm - 7:00 amLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

28h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

9:35 pm - 1:50 pmZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

27h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,819Emirates

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

7:05 am - 12:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl

42h 50m3 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole

4:05 am - 12:47 amZNZ Zanzibar Intl-LAX Los Angeles

31h 42m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Abidjan Felix H. Boigny New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,856Multiple Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar departing in march.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Zanzibar. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Zanzibar takes 00m, covering 10,040 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Zanzibar flight?
Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar range from $1,299 to $1,604, with an average of $1,367 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,299 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Los Angeles 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 $1,183 to $7,078. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Zanzibar looking right now?
One-way fares from Los Angeles to Zanzibar are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $900, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ)?
Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $28 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Autounion Car Rental
• Final Rentals
• Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
• FlexWays
• H-Lead Hospitality
Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?
Flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).
Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar pass through?
One-stop flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

• Istanbul (IST) - 61% of one-stop connections
• Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 20% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 20% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Los Angeles to Zanzibar. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,299 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,955, a difference of $656.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Zanzibar?
Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 29h 58m, compared with 31h 24m via Istanbul (IST) and 34h 43m via Dubai Intl (DXB).
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Zanzibar?
Zanzibar is 10 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Eastern Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,299, about $656 less than Friday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Zanzibar trip for January. Fares historically average $1,146 round-trip in that month - typically $1,126 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
• Sea View Hotel Mazizini
• Chukwani Executive Inn

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