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Cheapest round-trip
$994
Typical prices: $1,222-$1,597
Ethiopian Air
Fri 11/23Fri 11/30
JFK - ZNZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$559
Typical prices: $805-$1,094
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/23
JFK - ZNZ • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Zanzibar. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,200 (round-trip)
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Shortest trip • 20h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Zanzibar (JFK-ZNZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Zanzibar

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
Ethiopian Air Logo
3:55 pm - 10:55 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
35h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Addis Ababa Bole
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7:10 pm - 1:35 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Frankfurt am Main
$994Ethiopian Air
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
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3:55 pm - 10:55 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
35h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Addis Ababa Bole
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7:10 pm - 1:35 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Frankfurt am Main
$994Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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7:00 pm - 2:40 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
48h 40m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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8:40 pm - 2:45 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 05m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$995Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:20 am - 4:30 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
19h 10m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro
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3:10 am - 10:25 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
27h 15m1 stop Istanbul
$1,134Turkish Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 9
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1:50 pm - 2:10 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
28h 20m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro
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3:50 am - 10:25 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 35m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Istanbul
$1,134Turkish Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 1
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8:15 pm - 2:10 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
21h 55m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro
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3:50 am - 10:25 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
26h 35m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Istanbul
$1,139Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:20 pm - 2:40 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
32h 20m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl
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8:00 am - 8:15 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
$1,172Emirates
Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1
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1:45 pm - 9:20 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
36h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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4:40 am - 7:35 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,209Kenya Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
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1:45 pm - 2:40 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
29h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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4:40 am - 7:35 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
33h 55m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
$1,238Kenya Airways
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 2:30 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
33h 10m2 stops Milan Malpensa Dubai Intl
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7:55 am - 6:55 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
42h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Milan Malpensa
$1,250Emirates
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar start at $994. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,222 to $1,597. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $994 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar at $1,061 round-trip.
•December ($1,594) and July ($1,525) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$559
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your New York John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,217 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,588, a difference of $371. 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 expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 10% above the route average of $1,382. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar takes 0h 00m, covering 7,694 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy 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.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $641, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 20h 20m, compared with 20h 23m via Istanbul (IST) and 20h 54m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

  • What is the time difference between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar is 7 hours ahead of New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar range from $1,222 to $1,597, with an average of $1,382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,222 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York John F Kennedy 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 Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,217 - about $371 less than Tuesday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Zanzibar trip for February. Fares historically average $1,061 round-trip in that month - typically $533 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
    - Madinat Al Bahr Business & Spa Hotel
    - Sea View Beach Hotel

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