Zanzibar

$522+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

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WAS — ZNZ
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$988
(oojo)

One-way from

$872
(Gurufare)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,051
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Zanzibar Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Zanzibar Intl flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar Intl
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Zanzibar Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($473 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/49:00 pmIAD - ZNZ
1 stop28h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 9/911:20 pmZNZ - IAD
1 stop23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$916
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/111:00 pmBWI - ZNZ
2 stops24h 10mDelta
Sun 11/1610:15 pmZNZ - BWI
3 stops30h 32mDelta
Deal found 4/28$947
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1110:00 amDCA - ZNZ
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Sun 11/1610:15 pmZNZ - DCA
3 stops27h 50mDelta
Deal found 4/28$947
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:05 pmIAD - ZNZ
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/310:20 pmZNZ - IAD
2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$958
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2810:25 pmIAD - ZNZ
2 stops23h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/54:15 amZNZ - IAD
2 stops39h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$969
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2710:55 amIAD - ZNZ
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/23:40 amZNZ - IAD
2 stops23h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/27$1,006
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:25 pmIAD - ZNZ
3 stops38h 50mAustrian Airlines
Tue 6/35:00 pmZNZ - IAD
2 stops28h 35mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,012
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/26:25 amDCA - ZNZ
2 stops30h 25mKenya Airways
Sun 5/46:35 pmZNZ - DCA
2 stops30h 35mKenya Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,105
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/286:00 amIAD - ZNZ
2 stops32h 10mDelta
Thu 11/610:15 pmZNZ - IAD
3 stops26h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,132
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/410:00 amDCA - ZNZ
2 stops39h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 9/911:20 pmZNZ - DCA
2 stops26h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,198
This Kenya Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kenya Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/18:45 amDCA - ZNZ
3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/38:40 pmZNZ - DCA
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,203
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:45 pmIAD - ZNZ
3 stops27h 30mSWISS
Thu 11/69:45 amZNZ - IAD
3 stops38h 45mSWISS
Deal found 4/28$1,272

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/4

9:00 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 9/9

11:20 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$916

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

9:00 pm-8:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 9/21

5:30 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops53h 10m

$961

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/4

9:40 pm-3:30 am

2 stops22h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 9/8

3:10 am-11:45 am

2 stops39h 35m

$969

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/27

5:25 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops38h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 6/3

5:00 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,012

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/26

10:55 am-10:50 am

1 stop16h 55m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 10/3

3:40 am-8:05 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$1,080

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/2

6:25 am-7:50 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 5/4

6:35 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops30h 35m

$1,105

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/1

8:45 am-4:15 am

3 stops36h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 5/3

8:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$1,203

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/1

3:54 pm-8:00 am

2 stops33h 06m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 5/3

11:20 pm-7:07 pm

2 stops50h 47m

$1,323

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

9:20 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop40h 15m

Zanzibar Intl

Sat 6/7

10:10 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,343

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/31

6:05 am-8:35 pm

2 stops55h 30m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 6/16

10:10 pm-8:33 am

3 stops41h 23m

$1,352

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Compare providers for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Zanzibar flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,799). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zanzibar ranges from 0.8 - 12.6 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 12.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Zanzibar when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Zanzibar by month

Plan your trip to Zanzibar by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zanzibar, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Zanzibar. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Delta and Austrian Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Zanzibar from Washington, D.C.?

    Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ), located 4.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. 2 airlines have flights to Zanzibar Intl from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Currently priced at $988, Qatar Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Austrian Airlines and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,012 and $1,062, respectively. Qatar Airways is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with SWISS, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $872. Qatar Airways flights start at $1,070 while deals on Lufthansa start at $1,177 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,799). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$909Average$1,093FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$983Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%

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