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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Zanzibar (ZNZ) from $929

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SFO — ZNZ
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Zanzibar

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 10, 2024.

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April

Average price

$2,203

Round-trip from

$989
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

Flying to your destination on a Thursday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Zanzibar. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Zanzibar. Flights to Zanzibar from San Francisco in April are about $1,617 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $977.

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

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Zanzibar at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap San Francisco to Zanzibar flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Zanzibar specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 10, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Zanzibar in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 7/305:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/19:55 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,583
Tue 7/305:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/111:05 amZNZ - SFO
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,609
Tue 7/306:35 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sun 9/14:20 amZNZ - SFO
1 stop22h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,841
Sun 6/94:10 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/169:50 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops50h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,967
Tue 7/302:40 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops33h 35mLufthansa
Sun 9/112:50 pmZNZ - SFO
3 stops37h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 6/9$1,978
Tue 7/309:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
3 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/112:50 pmZNZ - SFO
3 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,987
Sun 6/92:40 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/168:40 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,118
Sun 6/98:15 amSFO - ZNZ
3 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/168:40 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$2,123
Sun 6/94:10 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop29h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 6/1611:20 pmZNZ - SFO
1 stop24h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/9$2,259

San Francisco to Zanzibar 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Zanzibar in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Francisco to Zanzibar in June and July 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 10/19:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/88:40 amZNZ - SFO
1 stop38h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,140
Tue 10/12:40 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops33h 35mBrussels Airlines
Tue 10/88:40 amZNZ - SFO
2 stops38h 00mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,147
Tue 10/15:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop35h 25mEmirates
Tue 10/88:00 amZNZ - SFO
1 stop40h 00mEmirates
Deal found 6/8$1,365
Tue 10/19:40 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops29h 20mEthiopian Air
Tue 10/85:00 pmZNZ - SFO
3 stops34h 18mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/8$1,432
Tue 7/305:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/19:55 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops50h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,583
Tue 12/3112:40 amSFO - ZNZ
2 stops33h 15mDelta
Sun 1/1210:15 pmZNZ - SFO
3 stops36h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/9$1,594
Tue 7/305:05 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops38h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/111:05 amZNZ - SFO
2 stops36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,609
Tue 10/11:15 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/73:35 amZNZ - SFO
1 stop23h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/8$1,649
Tue 12/3112:40 amSFO - ZNZ
2 stops33h 15mDelta
Sun 1/1210:15 pmZNZ - SFO
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/9$1,714

One-way flights to Zanzibar from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar should utilize the search form above.
Thu 7/118:02 amSFO - ZNZ
3 stops61h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$929
Thu 7/117:26 pmSFO - ZNZ
2 stops50h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,014
Thu 7/111:15 pmSFO - ZNZ
1 stop26h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,220
Wed 7/1012:59 amSFO - ZNZ
2 stops44h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$1,732

Find flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.

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$1,140 - $3,149

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San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

2 stops27h 10m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Tue 10/8

1 stop38h 00m

$1,140

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

2 stops33h 35m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Tue 10/8

2 stops38h 00m

$1,147

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

1 stop35h 25m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Tue 10/8

1 stop40h 00m

$1,365

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

2 stops29h 20m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Tue 10/8

3 stops34h 18m

$1,432

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 7/30

1 stop25h 55m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Sun 9/1

2 stops50h 05m

$1,583

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 7/30

2 stops38h 20m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Sun 9/1

2 stops36h 55m

$1,609

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 10/1

1 stop26h 50m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Mon 10/7

1 stop23h 05m

$1,649

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Tue 7/30

2 stops33h 35m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Sun 9/1

3 stops37h 10m

$1,978

San FranciscoZanzibar Kisauni

SFO - ZNZ

SFOZNZ

San Francisco

Mon 7/29

2 stops44h 56m

Zanzibar Kisauni

Sun 9/1

2 stops32h 54m

$3,149

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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Zanzibar flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar

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Temperature and rainfall in Zanzibar by month

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

ZNZ

Temperature

75.2 - 82.4 °F

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 June 10, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Turkish Airlines from San Francisco to Zanzibar to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,295 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,717 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Brussels Airlines
7.4
Good
524 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,878 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,140, but on average you can expect to pay $2,770.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar round-trip?

    Currently priced at $1,147, Brussels Airlines will fly you from San Francisco to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Brussels Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and Ethiopian Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,365 and $1,432, respectively. Brussels Airlines is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does SFO to ZNZ mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Zanzibar Kisauni Airport (ZNZ). Codes like Zanzibar Kisauni Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Zanzibar flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Zanzibar flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Zanzibar flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Zanzibar flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

    Delta, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,692). 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 4 airlines flying from San Francisco to Zanzibar

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 10, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,170Average$1,389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,188Average$1,905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$1,220Average$1,892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$1,347Average$1,568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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