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Cheap flights from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport from £77

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZAG — IST
30 Mar — 6 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£146

One-way from

£77

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£172

Good round-trip deal

£203 or less

Good one-way deal

£197 or less
Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 25/5-27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 40m total
  • Zagreb to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 21/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Zagreb to Istanbul
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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 25 March 2025.

Sun 19/1018:45ZAG - IST
1 stop7h 45mAir Serbia
Wed 22/1015:40IST - ZAG
1 stop18h 30mAir Serbia
Deal found 24/3£146
Fri 18/420:20ZAG - IST
Nonstop2h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 22/418:15IST - ZAG
Nonstop2h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3£169
Thu 3/406:00ZAG - IST
1 stop9h 20mKLM
Wed 9/417:05IST - ZAG
1 stop6h 40mKLM
Deal found 25/3£196
Thu 29/514:00ZAG - IST
Nonstop2h 20mCroatia Airlines
Sun 1/605:05IST - ZAG
1 stop16h 25mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 25/3£230
Thu 27/306:25ZAG - IST
1 stop9h 40mLufthansa
Mon 31/317:55IST - ZAG
1 stop6h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 25/3£274
Sat 26/419:15ZAG - IST
1 stop13h 35mAegean Airlines
Fri 2/501:40IST - ZAG
1 stop17h 45mAegean Airlines
Deal found 24/3£686

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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 25 March 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

Sun 25/5

18:45-15:50

1 stop20h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 27/5

16:35-09:10

1 stop17h 35m

£146

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Fri 18/4

20:20-23:40

Nonstop2h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 22/4

18:15-19:25

Nonstop2h 10m

£169

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 29/5

14:00-17:20

Nonstop2h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

05:05-20:30

1 stop16h 25m

£230

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Thu 29/5

06:05-21:20

2 stops14h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

14:00-23:40

1 stop10h 40m

£363

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Sat 26/4

19:15-09:50

1 stop13h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 2/5

01:40-18:25

1 stop17h 45m

£686

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Wed 21/5

20:15-03:30

1 stop6h 15m

£77

ZagrebIstanbul

ZAG - IST

ZAGIST

Zagreb Franjo Tuđman

Mon 14/7

13:45-17:05

Nonstop2h 20m

£128

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Deals found on 24/3

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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 21 March 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 25 March 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.

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 25 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines, Turkish Airlines and Croatia Airlines 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
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Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,745 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Croatia Airlines
6.8
Okay
53 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,950 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Air Serbia
6.3
Okay
193 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
729 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

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 2 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 £146. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from £169, and Croatia Airlines, from £230. You may be able to fly from Zagreb to Istanbul Airport for 16% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 £275, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £157. The most popular route (Zagreb Franjo Tuđman - Istanbul), is priced around £119.

  • 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 25 March 2025.
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£112Average£139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£147Average£211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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