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Cheap flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport from £78

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZAG — IST
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Zagreb to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zagreb (ZAG) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£147

One-way from

£78

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£181

Good round-trip deal

£201 or less

Good one-way deal

£195 or less
Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 9/10-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Zagreb to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 17/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Zagreb to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Zagreb to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zagreb to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Thu 9/1015:00ZAG - IST
1 stop22h 55mAir Serbia
Sun 12/1004:30IST - ZAG
1 stop14h 45mAir Serbia
Deal found 11/4£147
Thu 9/1009:35ZAG - IST
Nonstop2h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/1011:45IST - ZAG
Nonstop2h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/4£191
Thu 16/1018:30ZAG - IST
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1009:10IST - ZAG
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4£217
Thu 16/1020:20ZAG - IST
Nonstop2h 20mCroatia Airlines
Sat 18/1018:50IST - ZAG
1 stop4h 25mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 11/4£219
Thu 10/706:00ZAG - IST
1 stop6h 05mLufthansa
Sun 13/714:00IST - ZAG
2 stops8h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4£279
Thu 17/406:00ZAG - IST
1 stop9h 20mKLM
Sun 20/417:05IST - ZAG
1 stop6h 40mKLM
Deal found 11/4£683
Thu 17/409:50ZAG - IST
2 stops36h 25mTAROM
Sun 20/418:35IST - ZAG
2 stops20h 55mTAROM
Deal found 11/4£697

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Zagreb to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 9/10

15:00-14:55

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 12/10

04:30-18:15

1 stop14h 45m

£147

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 9/10

09:35-12:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 12/10

11:45-12:50

Nonstop2h 05m

£191

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 9/10

09:35-12:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 12/10

05:05-21:15

1 stop17h 10m

£231

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 10/7

06:00-13:05

1 stop6h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 13/7

14:00-21:20

2 stops8h 20m

£279

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Wed 17/9

20:15-03:30

1 stop6h 15m

£78

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 1/5

20:20-23:40

Nonstop2h 20m

£129

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Fri 18/4

13:20-13:05

2 stops22h 45m

£185

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 10/4

Best time to book a flight from Zagreb to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Zagreb to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZAG to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Zagreb to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 78% on flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Zagreb to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

The most flights from ZAG to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines, Croatia Airlines and Lufthansa from Zagreb to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,756 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vishalkumar,Feb 2025

BOM - IST

I liked nothing about Turkish airlines. Very bad and rude customer Service from the crew and from Istanbul airport staff. Will never fly again with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,756 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,756 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vishalkumar,Feb 2025

BOM - IST

I liked nothing about Turkish airlines. Very bad and rude customer Service from the crew and from Istanbul airport staff. Will never fly again with Turkish Airlines.
Croatia Airlines
6.8
Okay
53 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,756 reviews
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Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vishalkumar,Feb 2025

BOM - IST

I liked nothing about Turkish airlines. Very bad and rude customer Service from the crew and from Istanbul airport staff. Will never fly again with Turkish Airlines.
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,986 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,756 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vishalkumar,Feb 2025

BOM - IST

I liked nothing about Turkish airlines. Very bad and rude customer Service from the crew and from Istanbul airport staff. Will never fly again with Turkish Airlines.
Air Serbia
6.3
Okay
196 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,756 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vishalkumar,Feb 2025

BOM - IST

I liked nothing about Turkish airlines. Very bad and rude customer Service from the crew and from Istanbul airport staff. Will never fly again with Turkish Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Zagreb to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Zagreb to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Zagreb, you will be flying from Franjo Tuđman, which is the city’s only airport. Zagreb Franjo Tuđman (ZAG) is located 6.7 mi from the center of Zagreb. There are 4 flights from Franjo Tuđman to Istanbul per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £147. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from £191, and Croatia Airlines, from £231. You may be able to fly from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport for 13% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £78 on Air Serbia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from £129 and Lufthansa from £185 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £273, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £123. The most popular route (Zagreb Franjo Tuđman - Istanbul), is priced around £192.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Zagreb to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Zagreb to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Zagreb to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Zagreb to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Zagreb to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zagreb to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Zagreb to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Zagreb to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2025.
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£111Average£135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£146Average£349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£146Average£201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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