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Flight deals from New York to Zanzibar

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Zanzibar? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Zanzibar.$1,490 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,490, select.
Zanzibar.$1,493 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Thu, 25 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,493, select.
Zanzibar.$1,495 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,495, select.
Zanzibar.$1,559 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Fri, 27 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Zanzibar on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,559, select.
Zanzibar.$1,596 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Austrian Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 13 May, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,596, select.
Zanzibar.$1,617 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,617, select.
Zanzibar.$1,661 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 6 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,661, select.
Zanzibar.$1,681 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb, returning Tue, 3 Mar.Return flight with Emirates and Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Zanzibar.Inbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,681, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from $1,725
May
from $1,596
Jun
from $2,271
Jul
from $2,186
Aug
from $1,766
Sep
from $1,493
Oct
from $1,490
Nov
from $1,495
Dec
from $2,079
Jan
from $1,752
Feb
from $1,695
Mar
from $1,559

New York to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to Zanzibar below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zanzibar.

New York to Zanzibar: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,506
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York to Zanzibar: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Zanzibar is $1,506. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one stop from $1,490.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from New York to Zanzibar.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Zanzibar is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Zanzibar Airport on Monday, 6 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Zanzibar but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zanzibar is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zanzibar is Ethiopian Airlines .

Travelling from New York to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

  • Planning your flight from New York to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) begins with finding the right airport to start your trip. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are the main departure points in New York.

  • The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is 7 hours ahead of New York. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from New York to ZNZ, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • August is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in New York

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from New York to ZNZ departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)

  • EWR is approximately 24 kilometres from central New York. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.

  • Need a handy hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from New York to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It takes 48 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.

  • Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from New York to ZNZ? Relax in a hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:

About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

  • Zanzibar International Airport to central Zanzibar takes about 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 6 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • $742 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from New York to Zanzibar International Airport. Return flights start from $1,490. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up flight tickets from New York to ZNZ, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.

  • Finding flight tickets from New York to Zanzibar International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from New York to ZNZ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Zanzibar International Airport.

The best time to fly from New York to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from New York to Zanzibar International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Zanzibar. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Zanzibar. March is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from New York to ZNZ sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 33ºC.

  • August sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from New York to Zanzibar International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Zanzibar

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Zanzibar right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from New York to Zanzibar International Airport:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Old Fort, Abdul Hamid Guide Francophone Zanzibar/Tanzania and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are leading attractions which should be on any good Zanzibar itinerary.

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Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.