Travelling from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Seattle. Check out your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when reserving your flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ).
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of Seattle. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Seattle to ZNZ.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
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SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
LKE is about 3 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to ZNZ flight:
About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Have a late flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near ZNZ and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab 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 well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport is $950. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,594. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Seattle to ZNZ. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Seattle to ZNZ plane ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport in August if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Zanzibar
After booking your flight from Seattle to Zanzibar International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zanzibar:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Nakupenda island & beach tours, House of Wonders and Zanzibar travel tours are top attractions which should be on every Zanzibar itinerary.
Explore more of Tanzania
You've done Zanzibar, now it's time to explore other parts of Tanzania. Travel around 177 kilometres west to Morogoro to check off its top sights. From Peponi Camp to Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Tanzania, consider Tanga, about 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet are among its highlights.
