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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 3,378
Typical prices: C$ 2,025-C$ 2,324
SWISS, Lufthansa
Thu 20/12Sun 7/1
YOW - ZNZ • 3 stops
When to travel
March
Cheapest • 3% price drop
February
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Zanzibar (YOW-ZNZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Zanzibar

Sun, 20 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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7:50 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
42h 30m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Zurich Arusha Kilimanjaro
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9:50 a.m. - 12:40 a.m.ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-YOW Ottawa
46h 50m3 stops Mombasa Moi Intl Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 3,378Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
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5:10 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
22h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Arusha Kilimanjaro
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1:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-YOW Ottawa
21h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 3,999KLM
Sun, 20 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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8:25 p.m. - 10:55 a.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
30h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Addis Ababa Bole
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12:05 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-YOW Ottawa
33h 05m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 4,020Multiple Airlines
Sun, 20 Dec - Thu, 7 Jan
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5:45 a.m. - 2:40 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
24h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Dubai Intl
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8:00 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.ZNZ  Zanzibar Intl-YOW Ottawa
35h 37m2 stops Dubai Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 4,376Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Zanzibar flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Ottawa to Zanzibar?

KLM (C$ 3,999) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from Ottawa to Zanzibar in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Ottawa to Zanzibar flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 3,378
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When to book flights from Ottawa to Zanzibar

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Zanzibar based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Zanzibar flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Zanzibar?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Zanzibar flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Zanzibar range from C$ 2,025 to C$ 2,324, with an average of C$ 2,092 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 2,025 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Zanzibar changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about C$ 3,378 to C$ 4,376. That means the highest observed fare was about 29% higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ)?

    Zanzibar Intl Airport (ZNZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Final Rentals
    • Karibu Kwetu Zanzibar
    • H-Lead Hospitality
    • FlexWays

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Zanzibar?

    Flights from Ottawa to Zanzibar usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ).

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Zanzibar?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Ottawa to Zanzibar route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,980 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 2,651, a difference of C$ 671. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Zanzibar?

    Zanzibar is 7 hours ahead of Ottawa (Eastern Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Zanzibar flights

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  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 1,980 – about C$ 671 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Zanzibar trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 2,025 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,885 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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