New York to Zanzibar (JFK–ZNZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Zanzibar
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+7h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and ZNZ, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to ZNZ.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
ADD ~14h 52m CDG ~19h 55m IST ~23h 5m AMS ~27h 24m NBO ~29h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
584
Candidates
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → ZNZ
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
83%
Return
ZNZ → JFK
92%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
92%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
Zanzibar is 7 hours ahead of New York.
JFK: EDT · ZNZ: EAT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in Zanzibar.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–ZNZ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Zanzibar route.
Route details
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: ZNZ
Full nameAbeid Amani Karume International Airport
IATA / ICAOZNZ / HTZA
TimezoneAfrica/Dar_es_Salaam
Passengers/yr1.5M
Elevation54 ft / 16 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to ZNZ flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ADD, CDG, IST, AMS, NBO, FRA, TLV, DXB and DOH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Zanzibar is 7 hours ahead of New York.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via ADD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.