Travelling from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Zanzibar is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Zanzibar International Airport is located in Zanzibar, which follows the UTC+3 timezone.
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 catch your flight from Chicago to ZNZ.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Chicago to ZNZ departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
74.85% of flights departing from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to ZNZ flight:
77.88% of flights taking off from Chicago Midway International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
The street address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're setting off early:
The on-time performance record of RFD is 76.19%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
Book a hotel close to ZNZ if you have a late flight from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
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 top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week before your Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport is ج.م. 29,003. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 54,760. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to ZNZ, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ)
February is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ), while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Chicago to ZNZ flight ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport in August when temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Zanzibar
After booking your flight from Chicago to Zanzibar International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Zanzibar:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Nakupenda island & beach tours, House of Wonders and Zanzibar travel tours are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Zanzibar itinerary.
Explore more of Tanzania
Zanzibar is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Tanzania you'll want to see. About 177 kilometres west of Zanzibar, a visit to Morogoro will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Peponi Camp, Choma Waterfalls and Ahmadiya Mosque.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Tanzania, head for Tanga, about 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. Amboni Caves, Raskazone Beach. And Raskazon Beach Jet are among its highlights.
