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

The best prices from Zurich to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday 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 14 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£134

One-way from

£87

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£141

Good round-trip deal

£791 or less

Good one-way deal

£304 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 4/3-25/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 15m total
  • Zurich to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 25/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • Zurich to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£43 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Zurich to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Zurich to Istanbul.

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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 14 February 2025.

Tue 4/311:05ZRH - IST
Nonstop3h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 25/309:00IST - ZRH
Nonstop3h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/2£134
Tue 4/321:05ZRH - IST
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 25/323:55IST - ZRH
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/2£144
Wed 9/420:45ZRH - IST
1 stop5h 45mAir Serbia
Thu 17/404:30IST - ZRH
1 stop5h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 13/2£171
Sun 4/508:15ZRH - IST
1 stop12h 05mLufthansa
Thu 8/514:00IST - ZRH
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 13/2£180
Sat 12/718:30ZRH - IST
1 stop4h 40mCroatia Airlines
Sun 27/707:25IST - ZRH
1 stop6h 30mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 13/2£242
Thu 17/719:55ZRH - IST
1 stop16h 10mLOT
Mon 4/807:00IST - ZRH
1 stop27h 40mLOT
Deal found 14/2£265

Find flights from Zurich to Istanbul within your budget

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 14 February 2025.

Fly from

Zurich

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 4/3

11:05-16:10

Nonstop3h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 25/3

09:00-10:10

Nonstop3h 10m

£134

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 4/3

21:05-23:15

1 stop24h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 25/3

23:55-15:30

1 stop17h 35m

£144

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Wed 9/4

20:45-03:30

1 stop5h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 15/4

04:30-19:50

1 stop16h 20m

£171

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sun 4/5

12:50-21:20

1 stop7h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

14:00-21:50

1 stop8h 50m

£180

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sat 12/7

18:30-00:10

1 stop4h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 27/7

07:25-12:55

1 stop6h 30m

£242

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Thu 17/7

19:55-13:05

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 4/8

07:00-09:40

1 stop27h 40m

£265

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 25/2

14:45-19:45

Nonstop3h 00m

£87

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Fri 21/3

09:35-15:55

1 stop4h 20m

£91

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Mon 10/3

14:45-22:45

1 stop6h 00m

£141

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Sun 6/4

19:00-11:15

2 stops39h 15m

£237

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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Zurich to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Zurich to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 7 February 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 14 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 14 February 2025.

The most flights from ZRH to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 14 February 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, LOT and Turkish 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

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 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 16 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 (£134), Air Serbia (£171), and Lufthansa (£180) offers the cheapest pricing from Zurich to Istanbul Airport. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 29% 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 (£87), Air Serbia (£91), and Lufthansa (£141).

  • 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: Pakistan International Airlines (88%), IndiGo (81%), Turkish Airlines (80%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Zurich to Istanbul Airport is £175. On average you can expect to pay £598. The most popular route, (Zurich - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £97.

  • 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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