Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
The timezone in Zanzibar is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Durham.
Your RDU to ZNZ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a sought-after stop between RDU and ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
Currently, $1,091 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,940. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RDU to ZNZ, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
Of the departures from Raleigh / Durham Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near RDU:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
If you're getting in on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near ZNZ:
Travel at your own speed with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and discover more of Zanzibar and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week ahead.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zanzibar. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Zanzibar is February, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Zanzibar Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RDU to ZNZ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania waiting to be discovered. About 418 kilometres north-west of Zanzibar, a visit to Arusha will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Morogoro is another favourite destination in Tanzania and is around 177 kilometres south-west of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without dropping by Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.