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Cheap flights from California to Zanzibar from $653

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Delta Logo
2:55 pm - 8:40 pmSFO-ZNZ
19h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:55 pm - 10:13 pmZNZ-SFO
34h 18m3 stops
$987Delta
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Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 24
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:40 pmSFO-ZNZ
28h 40m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:55 pm - 11:20 pmZNZ-SFO
35h 25m3 stops
$991Delta
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Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 1:55 amLAX-ZNZ
39h 45m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:55 am - 10:25 pmZNZ-LAX
29h 30m2 stops
$1,062Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 18
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 4:30 amLAX-ZNZ
28h 25m2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:05 am - 11:10 amZNZ-LAX
42h 05m2 stops
$1,102Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 17
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3:10 pm - 7:30 amLAX-ZNZ
29h 20m1 stop
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11:30 am - 12:50 pmZNZ-LAX
36h 20m3 stops
$1,141
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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
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4:20 pm - 8:00 amLAX-ZNZ
29h 40m1 stop
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6:05 pm - 2:00 pmZNZ-LAX
53h 55m2 stops
$1,144
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Tue, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 19
SWISS Logo
7:10 pm - 10:20 pmLAX-ZNZ
40h 10m2 stops
SWISS Logo
11:35 pm - 4:35 pmZNZ-LAX
28h 00m1 stop
$1,146SWISS
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Thu, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 25
SWISS Logo
7:35 pm - 9:25 pmLAX-ZNZ
39h 50m2 stops
SWISS Logo
10:35 pm - 4:30 pmZNZ-LAX
27h 55m1 stop
$1,151SWISS
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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 16
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:57 pm - 12:55 pmLAX-ZNZ
26h 58m2 stops
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5:00 pm - 3:26 pmZNZ-LAX
33h 26m3 stops
$1,179Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 18
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:45 pm - 12:55 pmLAX-ZNZ
28h 10m2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
4:20 am - 3:15 pmZNZ-LAX
44h 55m3 stops
$1,188Ethiopian Air
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SWISS flights from California to Zanzibar

Our best SWISS deals on California to Zanzibar flight tickets
SWISS
Nov 20
LAX7:10 pmLos Angeles
40h 10m
2 stops
ZNZ10:20 pmZanzibar Intl
Nov 25
ZNZ11:35 pmZanzibar Intl
28h 00m
1 stop
LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles
$1,146
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SWISS
Sep 6
LAX7:35 pmLos Angeles
39h 50m
2 stops
ZNZ9:25 pmZanzibar Intl
Sep 16
ZNZ10:35 pmZanzibar Intl
27h 55m
1 stop
LAX4:30 pmLos Angeles
$1,151
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SWISS
Nov 20
LAX7:00 pmLos Angeles
40h 20m
3 stops
ZNZ10:20 pmZanzibar Intl
Nov 25
ZNZ11:35 pmZanzibar Intl
28h 00m
1 stop
LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles
$1,170
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Ethiopian Air flights from California to Zanzibar

Our best Ethiopian Air deals on California to Zanzibar flight tickets
Ethiopian Air
Nov 4
LAX10:57 pmLos Angeles
26h 58m
2 stops
ZNZ12:55 pmZanzibar Intl
Nov 18
ZNZ5:00 pmZanzibar Intl
33h 26m
3 stops
LAX3:26 pmLos Angeles
$1,179
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Ethiopian Air
Sep 15
LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles
28h 10m
2 stops
ZNZ12:55 pmZanzibar Intl
Sep 22
ZNZ4:20 amZanzibar Intl
44h 55m
3 stops
LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles
$1,188
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Ethiopian Air
Sep 13
LAX10:45 pmLos Angeles
28h 10m
2 stops
ZNZ12:55 pmZanzibar Intl
Sep 20
ZNZ7:10 pmZanzibar Intl
30h 05m
3 stops
LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles
$1,269
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 2, 2025.
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Price

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

2:55 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/24

10:55 pm-10:13 pm

3 stops34h 18m

$987

San FranciscoZanzibar

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/24

10:55 pm-11:20 pm

3 stops35h 25m

$991

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

12:10 am-1:55 am

1 stop39h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Thu 9/18

2:55 am-10:25 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$1,062

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

1:05 pm-4:30 am

2 stops28h 25m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 11/17

4:05 am-11:10 am

2 stops42h 05m

$1,102

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

3:10 pm-7:30 am

1 stop29h 20m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/18

11:30 am-12:50 pm

3 stops36h 20m

$1,141

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

4:20 pm-8:00 am

1 stop29h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 9/19

6:05 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops53h 55m

$1,144

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Thu 11/20

7:10 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops40h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/25

11:35 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$1,146

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

7:35 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops39h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 9/16

10:35 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop27h 55m

$1,151

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

10:57 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops26h 58m

Zanzibar Intl

Tue 11/18

5:00 pm-3:26 pm

3 stops33h 26m

$1,179

Los AngelesZanzibar

LAX - ZNZ

LAXZNZ

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

10:45 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 9/22

4:20 am-3:15 pm

3 stops44h 55m

$1,188

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from California to Zanzibar. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,201. The month of April is another great option to travel to Zanzibar, with average flight prices from California averaging around $1,220.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Zanzibar from California is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,282. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from California to Zanzibar on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,620. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Zanzibar?

Flying to Zanzibar from California in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,072 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Zanzibar are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,598. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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You could potentially save up to 46% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Zanzibar flight.

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Best Price Found

$653

Fastest flight time

19h 45m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Zanzibar

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Zanzibar from California in the past 72 hours is $653. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Zanzibar found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $987.
The fastest flight from California to Zanzibar takes 19h 45m
There are no direct flights from California to Zanzibar. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Zanzibar Intl Airport, Ontario Airport - Zanzibar Intl Airport and San Francisco Airport - Zanzibar Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Zanzibar: Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from California to Zanzibar Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Zanzibar Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Zanzibar Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,120Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,935 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,284Free CancellationRating
7.4
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,390Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,300 reviews
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