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Cheap flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport from £81

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ZRH — IST
18 Feb — 25 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 19 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£146

One-way from

£81

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£127

Good round-trip deal

£628 or less

Good one-way deal

£88 or less
Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 19/2-20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 50m total
  • Zurich to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 26/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 35m total
  • Zurich to Istanbul
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High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 19 January 2026.

Tue 3/220:40
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop17h 15m
Air Serbia
Thu 5/205:20
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop16h 35m
Air Serbia
Deal found 19/1£146
Wed 4/220:40
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop18h 10m
Air Serbia
Wed 11/216:40
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop18h 10m
Air Serbia
Deal found 18/1£147
Tue 27/120:40
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop17h 15m
Air Serbia
Thu 29/105:20
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 19/1£155
Mon 26/120:40
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Thu 29/105:20
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop5h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 18/1£156
Thu 5/314:35
ZRH
-
IST
Nonstop3h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 9/312:45
IST
-
ZRH
Nonstop2h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/1£157
Wed 18/314:35
ZRH
-
IST
Nonstop3h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 24/316:10
IST
-
ZRH
Nonstop3h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/1£158
Sat 4/416:55
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop8h 10m
Lufthansa
Tue 14/403:45
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop7h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 17/1£159
Wed 21/110:40
ZRH
-
IST
Nonstop3h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 31/112:45
IST
-
ZRH
Nonstop2h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 19/1£161
Thu 5/206:50
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/204:50
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1£163
Wed 25/309:35
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop4h 20m
Air Serbia
Fri 27/305:20
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop29h 30m
Air Serbia
Deal found 18/1£165
Wed 25/314:45
ZRH
-
IST
1 stop6h 00m
Lufthansa
Tue 31/303:45
IST
-
ZRH
1 stop7h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 16/1£166

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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 19 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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Price

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Thu 26/2

09:35-16:50

1 stop5h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

05:30-08:50

1 stop5h 20m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sun 15/2

09:35-04:25

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 20/2

05:20-08:50

1 stop5h 30m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Fri 1/5

20:40-15:55

1 stop18h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 4/5

04:30-08:40

1 stop5h 10m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 24/2

09:35-16:50

1 stop5h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 27/2

05:20-19:55

1 stop16h 35m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Mon 23/3

09:35-04:10

1 stop16h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 29/3

15:45-08:40

1 stop17h 55m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Mon 2/2

20:40-16:50

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 8/2

16:40-08:50

1 stop18h 10m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Wed 11/2

09:35-04:10

1 stop16h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 13/2

05:20-14:15

1 stop10h 55m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Wed 4/2

20:40-16:50

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 8/2

16:40-08:50

1 stop18h 10m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Mon 2/2

20:40-16:50

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 12/2

05:20-19:55

1 stop16h 35m

£147

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Thu 14/5

15:10-03:40

1 stop11h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 18/5

04:30-08:40

1 stop5h 10m

£147

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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 16 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 27 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of £28). Flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £84). 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 19 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 43% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 19 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Zurich to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,195 reviews
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Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,195 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,195 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,195 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jan 2026

NQZ - IST

First of all, my flight got delayed. When I had a registration in Astana, the girl who was working on a desk was too lazy to fill out my info and that’s why she gave me only 2 tickets instead of 3. While boarding I realized it and had to talk to another worker who was solving this problem. My seat was near emergency door, people in front were reclining their seats, but I couldn’t- that made me have a little space to sit, move, etc. That was really uncomfortable. So the flight itself also took longer and I didn’t have time to reach another gate for next flight, even tho flight attendant said plane will be in time. I had to go to Turkish Airlines main office, most of workers didn’t speak enough good English to explain properly where it is. It also took me like 1,5 hours to solve. I was not satisfied with the flight at all this time.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 14 flights from Zurich to Istanbul per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport can take about 16h 35m. Air Serbia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £147. Zurich and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1080 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (£77), Ajet (£111), and Turkish Airlines (£138) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Istanbul Airport. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 57% 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 Pegasus Airlines (£33), Ajet (£46), and Turkish Airlines (£79).

  • 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: RwandAir (80%), Asiana Airlines (80%), Turkish Airlines (78%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Zurich to Istanbul Airport is £79. On average you can expect to pay £497. The most popular route, (Zurich - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £64.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of £28). Flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £84). 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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