Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ): what you need to know
Zanzibar's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Zanzibar ten hours ahead of Phoenix.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PHX to ZNZ flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to tour another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is a well-known stop between PHX and ZNZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
£562 is currently the best price for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. A return flight starts at £1,003. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from PHX to ZNZ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PHX touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
To get to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport from central Phoenix, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kms (3 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHX:
Arriving at Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
Consider booking a hotel near ZNZ if you're catching a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Zanzibar Airport rental car. Book your wheels from KARIBU KWETU ZANZIBAR, Auto-Union or Green Motion and find adventure across Zanzibar and beyond.
Booking your ride from Zanzibar Airport about one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
From Zanzibar Airport, Zanzibar is approximately 8 kms (5 miles) away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Zanzibar Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Zanzibar, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to ZNZ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 29ºC on average.
Explore more of Tanzania
Arusha is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Zanzibar. Around 418 kms (260 miles) away to the north-west, top sights here include Kilimanjaro info, Kilimanjaro tours and kilimanjaro trekking.
Around 177 kms (110 miles) south-west of Zanzibar, Morogoro is another favourite stop in Tanzania. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
