Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 23h 50m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl?

Turkish Airlines, SWISS, and Kenya Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Zanzibar?

Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 5h 28m.

How long does it take to fly to Zanzibar?

On average, it takes 21h 40m to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar if you fly out of Washington, D.C. (the most popular airport in Washington, D.C.) and into Zanzibar (the most popular airport in Zanzibar). If you’re flying out of Baltimore and into Zanzibar, then the flight time is around 24h 15m.

What airlines fly to Zanzibar?

Ethiopian Air, Turkish Airlines and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Zanzibar from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Ethiopian Air is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Zanzibar. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Zanzibar on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,216.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl Airport are updated daily.

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As of May 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. 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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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,256 to $1,160. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,108.

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6:50 pm - 2:40 am

IAD

ZNZ

48h 50m

2 stops

10:10 am - 3:40 pm

ZNZ

IAD

36h 30m

2 stops

$1,108SAUDIA

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 2

6:50 pm - 1:50 pm

IAD

ZNZ

36h 00m

2 stops

10:10 am - 3:40 pm

ZNZ

IAD

36h 30m

2 stops

$1,109Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 2

10:20 pm - 1:30 pm

IAD

ZNZ

32h 10m

2 stops

2:35 pm - 7:25 pm

ZNZ

IAD

59h 50m

3 stops

$1,231Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

1:20 pm - 1:55 am

IAD

ZNZ

29h 35m

1 stop

2:00 am - 11:35 am

ZNZ

IAD

40h 35m

1 stop

$1,242Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27

2:30 pm - 2:10 am

IAD

ZNZ

28h 40m

2 stops

4:05 am - 8:15 pm

ZNZ

IAD

24h 10m

2 stops

$1,244Turkish Airlines

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

6:05 am - 2:40 am

DCA

ZNZ

37h 35m

2 stops

4:40 am - 6:05 pm

ZNZ

DCA

45h 25m

2 stops

$1,252Kenya Airways

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

9:45 pm - 3:35 am

IAD

ZNZ

22h 50m

2 stops

2:00 am - 11:35 am

ZNZ

IAD

40h 35m

1 stop

$1,256Turkish Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27

6:05 am - 1:50 pm

DCA

ZNZ

24h 45m

2 stops

8:40 pm - 6:05 pm

ZNZ

DCA

28h 25m

2 stops

$1,268Kenya Airways

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 19

9:00 am - 10:45 pm

BWI

ZNZ

30h 45m

3 stops

12:20 am - 8:51 pm

ZNZ

BWI

27h 31m

2 stops

$1,581Delta

Thu, Aug 27 - Fri, Sep 4

7:40 pm - 11:45 pm

BWI

ZNZ

45h 05m

3 stops

1:15 am - 10:10 pm

ZNZ

BWI

28h 55m

2 stops

$1,665Delta

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1

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Kenya Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

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Oct 25

DCA6:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

37h 35m

2 stops

ZNZ2:40 amZanzibar Intl

Nov 1

ZNZ4:40 amZanzibar Intl

45h 25m

2 stops

DCA6:05 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,252

Kenya Airways

Oct 9

DCA6:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

24h 45m

2 stops

ZNZ1:50 pmZanzibar Intl

Oct 19

ZNZ8:40 pmZanzibar Intl

28h 25m

2 stops

DCA6:05 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,268

Kenya Airways

Sep 23

DCA6:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

24h 45m

2 stops

ZNZ1:50 pmZanzibar Intl

Sep 28

ZNZ10:10 amZanzibar Intl

39h 01m

2 stops

DCA6:11 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$1,269

Qatar Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar

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Qatar Airways

Oct 25

IAD8:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28h 25m

1 stop

ZNZ7:30 amZanzibar Intl

Nov 2

ZNZ5:15 pmZanzibar Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

IAD3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,309

Qatar Airways

Oct 13

DCA5:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

31h 24m

2 stops

ZNZ7:30 amZanzibar Intl

Oct 20

ZNZ5:10 pmZanzibar Intl

30h 56m

2 stops

DCA5:06 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$2,004

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Sat 8/29

6:50 pm-2:40 am

2 stops48h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 9/2

10:10 am-3:40 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$1,108

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/27

6:50 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops36h 00m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 9/2

10:10 am-3:40 pm

2 stops36h 30m

$1,109

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/16

10:20 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops32h 10m

Zanzibar Intl

Wed 9/23

2:35 pm-7:25 pm

3 stops59h 50m

$1,231

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

1:20 pm-1:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 9/27

2:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 35m

$1,242

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Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/25

2:30 pm-2:10 am

2 stops28h 40m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/1

4:05 am-8:15 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$1,244

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/25

6:05 am-2:40 am

2 stops37h 35m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/1

4:40 am-6:05 pm

2 stops45h 25m

$1,252

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

IAD - ZNZ

IADZNZ

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

9:45 pm-3:35 am

2 stops22h 50m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 9/27

2:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop40h 35m

$1,256

Washington, D.C.Zanzibar

DCA - ZNZ

DCAZNZ

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/9

6:05 am-1:50 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Mon 10/19

8:40 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$1,268

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/27

9:00 am-10:45 pm

3 stops30h 45m

Zanzibar Intl

Fri 9/4

12:20 am-8:51 pm

2 stops27h 31m

$1,581

BaltimoreZanzibar

BWI - ZNZ

BWIZNZ

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 10/25

7:40 pm-11:45 pm

3 stops45h 05m

Zanzibar Intl

Sun 11/1

1:15 am-10:10 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$1,665

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Zanzibar?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $837. The month of September is another great option to travel to Zanzibar, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $910.

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A flight from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl will travel around 7882.8 mi. Typically, this will take 19h 00m by plane in normal conditions.
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How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. 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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Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Zanzibar is Ethiopian Air (69% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Turkish Airlines (31%).

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