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Cheapest round-trip
$1,119
Typical prices: $1,254-$1,768
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/9Sat 11/17
IAD - ZNZ • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$588
Typical prices: $806-$1,025
Egyptair
Wed 11/28
IAD - ZNZ • 1 stop
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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October
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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest • Avg $1,160 (round-trip)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 22h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (IAD-ZNZ)

 

Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Etihad Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 1:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
5:55 pm - 9:00 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,119Etihad Airways
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:50 pm - 9:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
31h 10m2 stops Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 1:50 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
25h 00m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
$1,123Multiple Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Nov 2
Etihad Airways Logo
3:25 pm - 1:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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5:55 pm - 9:00 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,133Etihad Airways
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
Etihad Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 2:00 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
27h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
5:55 pm - 9:00 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,133Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11
Etihad Airways Logo
2:25 pm - 1:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
39h 10m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
5:55 pm - 9:00 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,133Etihad Airways
Mon, Mar 29 - Wed, Mar 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 2:05 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
29h 50m1 stop Istanbul
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4:35 am - 11:30 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
37h 55m1 stop Istanbul
$1,160Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:20 pm - 2:50 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
21h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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3:50 am - 11:45 amZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
39h 55m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Istanbul
$1,183Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 4:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
31h 00m2 stops Istanbul Arusha Kilimanjaro
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3:50 am - 7:25 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 35m2 stops Arusha Kilimanjaro Istanbul
$1,183Turkish Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 am - 10:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
16h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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4:05 am - 7:05 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,292Ethiopian Air
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 8
Ethiopian Air Logo
11:00 am - 10:55 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
16h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:05 am - 7:05 pmZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
$1,292Ethiopian Air

Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar typically range from $1,254 to $1,768. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,119, on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar at $1,109 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 124% 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

$588
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • 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 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 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 $1,254 to $1,768, with an average of $1,417 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,254 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $840, which is 6% 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 starting from around $15 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 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).

  • 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:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Zanzibar. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,346 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,807, a difference of $461.

    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 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 22h 02m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 22h 48m 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,346, about $461 less than Saturday fares (26% 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 October. Fares historically average $1,109 round-trip in that month - typically $1,379 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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