Travelling from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ): What you need to know
Zanzibar is nine hours ahead of Chicago. Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located in Zanzibar, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to ZNZ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to ZNZ leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can arrive at MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to ZNZ flight:
76% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rating of RFD is 71%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near ZNZ instead:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport flight.
Getting from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to central Zanzibar
Central Zanzibar is around 8 kilometres from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
Currently, R 11,015 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,471. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chicago to ZNZ. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ)
December is the quietest month for flights from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Zanzibar based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Chicago to ZNZ plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zanzibar to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Zanzibar
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Zanzibar right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Chicago to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. House of Wonders, Zanzibar travel tours and Tanzania Attractions are popular attractions which should feature on any good Zanzibar itinerary.
Explore more of Tanzania
Morogoro is just one of the many places in Tanzania waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Zanzibar. Around 177 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Choma Waterfalls, Selous Choma Waterfall and Uluguru Nature Forest Reserve.
Tanga is another essential stop in Tanzania and is around 129 kilometres north of Zanzibar. No journey is complete without dropping by Amboni Caves, Mkomazi National Park and Jumba La Ufalme, Tanga Kusini.
