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Cheapest round-trip
$1,183
Typical prices: $1,212-$1,760
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/5Tue 10/23
IAD - ZNZ • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$648
Typical prices: $806-$1,025
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/13
IAD - ZNZ • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Zanzibar. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg $1,160 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 23h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (IAD-ZNZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 23
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10:20 pm - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
32h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Muscat Seeb
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2:35 pm - 8:25 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
48h 50m3 stops Dar Es Salaam Muscat Seeb Amman Queen Alia Intl
$1,183Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:10 pm - 8:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
52h 10m3 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main Mombasa Moi Intl
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11:35 pm - 5:00 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 25m1 stop Zurich
$1,197SWISS
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:10 pm - 8:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
28h 10m3 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main Mombasa Moi Intl
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11:35 pm - 5:00 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 25m1 stop Zurich
$1,197SWISS
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:10 pm - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:50 pm - 9:45 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,219Etihad Airways
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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3:10 pm - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:50 pm - 9:45 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,219Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:10 pm - 8:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
28h 10m3 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main Mombasa Moi Intl
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11:35 pm - 2:55 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 20m2 stops Zurich Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
$1,230SWISS
Tue, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 27
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8:10 pm - 8:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
52h 10m3 stops Zurich Frankfurt am Main Mombasa Moi Intl
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11:35 pm - 2:55 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 20m2 stops Zurich Geneva Geneve-Cointrin
$1,230SWISS
Mon, Oct 5 - Fri, Oct 23
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3:10 pm - 1:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:50 pm - 9:45 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,231Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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10:00 am - 10:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
16h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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7:10 pm - 8:00 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,309Ethiopian Air
Sun, Nov 22 - Sun, Nov 29
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10:00 am - 10:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
16h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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7:10 pm - 8:00 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 50m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino
$1,309Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar at $1,009 round-trip.
•December ($2,488) and August ($1,807) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 146% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$648
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 30% on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,248 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,767, a difference of $519. 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar takes 0h 00m, covering 7,908 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $714, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

    Flying via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 30m, compared with 23h 38m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 23h 45m via Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar is 7 hours ahead of Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar range from $1,212 to $1,760, with an average of $1,377 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,212 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,248 - about $519 less than Saturday (29% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar trip for September. Fares historically average $1,009 round-trip in that month - typically $1,479 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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