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Cheap flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport from £87

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — IST
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Zurich to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Zurich (ZRH) 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 16 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£153

One-way from

£87

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£216

Good round-trip deal

£315 or less

Good one-way deal

£480 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/5-21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 55m total
  • Zurich to Istanbul
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6/5
  • 6/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 00m total
  • Zurich to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Zurich to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Zurich to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 April 2025.

Wed 14/515:00ZRH - IST
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 21/507:30IST - ZRH
Nonstop2h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/4£153
Mon 12/509:30ZRH - IST
1 stop5h 20mAir Serbia
Tue 27/516:35IST - ZRH
1 stop17h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 16/4£180
Sat 31/509:30ZRH - IST
1 stop10h 50mLufthansa
Sun 8/614:00IST - ZRH
1 stop8h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 15/4£189
Sat 14/620:05ZRH - IST
2 stops27h 05mCroatia Airlines
Mon 16/605:05IST - ZRH
2 stops30h 40mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 15/4£247

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Zurich 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 16 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Zurich

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Wed 14/5

15:00-19:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 21/5

07:30-09:25

Nonstop2h 55m

£153

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Mon 12/5

09:30-15:50

1 stop5h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 27/5

16:35-08:40

1 stop17h 05m

£180

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sat 31/5

09:30-21:20

1 stop10h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 8/6

14:00-21:50

1 stop8h 50m

£189

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sat 14/6

20:05-00:10

2 stops27h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 16/6

05:05-10:45

2 stops30h 40m

£247

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 6/5

14:55-07:55

1 stop16h 00m

£87

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 6/5

18:40-22:40

Nonstop3h 00m

£91

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Thu 22/5

15:10-14:55

1 stop22h 45m

£96

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sun 4/5

14:40-21:20

1 stop5h 40m

£171

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Fri 11/7

10:05-22:25

2 stops11h 20m

£387

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Mon 28/4

21:00-13:00

3 stops39h 00m

£619

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/4

Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Zurich to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 44 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Zurich 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 ZRH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Zurich 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 16 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Zurich 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 16 April 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 16 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Croatia Airlines from Zurich to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
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Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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
3,767 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
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Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
765 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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
7.0
Good
55 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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
7,004 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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.
TAROM
6.5
Okay
71 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,767 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

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 Zurich 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 Zurich to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Zurich, you will be flying from Zurich, which is the city’s only airport. Zurich (ZRH) is located 5.9 mi from the center of Zurich. There are 12 flights from Zurich to Istanbul per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (£153), Air Serbia (£180), and Lufthansa (£189) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Istanbul Airport. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 14% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport are Turkish Airlines (£91), Air Serbia (£96), and Lufthansa (£171).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Zurich to Istanbul Airport on time: Gulf Air (80%), RwandAir (78%), Pakistan International Airlines (78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Zurich to Istanbul Airport is £240. On average you can expect to pay £441. The most popular route, (Zurich - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £232.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Zurich 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 Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Zurich 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 Zurich to Istanbul

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