Flying from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Seattle. Explore your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) when reserving your flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ).
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is 10 hours ahead of Seattle. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to ZNZ, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from Seattle to ZNZ departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is around 23 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
You can get to LKE from central Seattle in about 11 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 23 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Seattle to ZNZ, unwind in one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel near ZNZ if you're taking a late flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar International Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 11 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport, Rs195,222 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs350,184. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from Seattle to ZNZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport across the entire month. We've made the lowest fares green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Zanzibar, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Seattle to ZNZ for March if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport in August if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Zanzibar
Start your Zanzibar trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Old Fort, Abdul Hamid Guide Francophone Zanzibar/Tanzania and Khalifa Tours and Safaris Zanzibar are must-do's during your Zanzibar adventure.
