How often are flights from Zurich to Istanbul delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Zurich and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

How long is the flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

A quick flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport can take about 3h 05m. Air Serbia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £184. Zurich and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1080 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (£63), and Turkish Airlines (£193) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Istanbul Airport. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Istanbul Airport

The most flights from ZRH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest flight price from Zurich to Istanbul Airport is £166. On average you can expect to pay £700. The most popular route, (Zurich - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £104.

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: MIAT Mongolian (82%), IndiGo (77%), Thai Airways (73%).

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 15 flights from Zurich to Istanbul per day from 2 different airlines.

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.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 61 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of £134). Flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £279). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Zurich to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £144 and £285 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £138 on Air Serbia (27 Nov–29 Nov).

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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.

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I was in business class on this airplane for a 12 hour flight from Seattle to Istanbul. It was about the smoothest in the most luxurious flight. I think I have ever been on. The staff were excellent and extremely patient which I really appreciate it. Given the opportunity, I will certainly choose Turkish Airlines in the future. Job well done, hope to see you again in the future

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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 15 flights from Zurich to Istanbul per day from 2 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?
A quick flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport can take about 3h 05m. Air Serbia provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £184. Zurich and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1080 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (£63), and Turkish Airlines (£193) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Istanbul Airport. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
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: MIAT Mongolian (82%), IndiGo (77%), Thai Airways (73%).
What are the cheapest flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Zurich to Istanbul Airport is £166. On average you can expect to pay £700. The most popular route, (Zurich - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £104.
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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of £134). Flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £279). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 61 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?

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

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Zurich to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £144 and £285 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £138 on Air Serbia (27 Nov–29 Nov).

Weekly flight availability from Zurich to Istanbul Airport

The most flights from ZRH to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

How often are flights from Zurich to Istanbul delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Zurich and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Zurich to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Zurich to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

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.

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Zurich to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £144 and £285 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £138 on Air Serbia (27 Nov–29 Nov).