$715 Flights from New York Newark (EWR) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

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Flight deals from New York Newark Airport to Zanzibar Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from New York Newark Airport to Zanzibar Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,145. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Zanzibar.$715 per passenger.Departing Tue, Feb 24.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departing from New York Newark on Tue, Feb 24, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $715, select.

Zanzibar.$732 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 7.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from New York Newark on Sat, Mar 7, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $732, select.

Zanzibar.$756 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 19.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from New York Newark on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $756, select.

Zanzibar.$844 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 27.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from New York Newark on Tue, Oct 27, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $844, select.

Zanzibar.$845 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 17.One-way flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departing from New York Newark on Thu, Sep 17, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $845, select.

Zanzibar.$883 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jun 22.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departing from New York Newark on Mon, Jun 22, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $883, select.

Zanzibar.$898 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 15.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departing from New York Newark on Wed, Jul 15, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $898, select.

Zanzibar.$950 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 30.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departing from New York Newark on Tue, Dec 30, arriving in Zanzibar.Price includes taxes and charges.From $950, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Zanzibar

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Zanzibar flights are currently cheapest in February.

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New York Newark to Zanzibar: Alternative routes

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

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

How much are round-trip flights from New York Newark to Zanzibar?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from New York Newark to Zanzibar is $1,022. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from New York Newark to Zanzibar?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York Newark to Zanzibar. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,022.

How many flights are there a week from New York Newark to Zanzibar?

There are no flights flying from New York Newark to Zanzibar, as of December 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York Newark to Zanzibar?

The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Zanzibar is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Zanzibar Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Zanzibar Airport on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from New York Newark Airport to Zanzibar Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York Newark Airport and Zanzibar Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Zanzibar?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Zanzibar?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from New York Newark Airport to Zanzibar?

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Zanzibar.

Traveling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know

Zanzibar is seven hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your EWR to ZNZ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EWR and ZNZ include:
- Charles de Gaulle Airport
- Istanbul Ataturk Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

$715 is the best price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,022. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EWR to ZNZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EWR to ZNZ.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
Of all flights departing from Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% land on time at their destination.
Newark Liberty International Airport is around 15 miles from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near EWR. Whether you have an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
Pick up a Zanzibar International Airport rental car and explore Zanzibar and beyond with your own set of wheels. KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union and Green Motion are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Zanzibar International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar

Zanzibar International Airport is approximately 4 miles from central Zanzibar. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

When to fly to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)

July is the busiest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Zanzibar in February.
When reserving your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Zanzibar International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with temperatures ranging from 75ºF to 91ºF.
August sees average temperatures of between 70ºF and 82ºF. Search for cheap tickets from EWR to ZNZ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Tanzania

Arusha is just one of the many cities in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen Zanzibar. Around 260 miles away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Lake Duluti, Old Boma Museum and Arusha Declaration Museum.
Morogoro is another standout destination in Tanzania and is around 110 miles south-west of Zanzibar. No trip is complete without dropping by Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve, Mount Premji and Ritungu Tours & Safari Ltd.