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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar from £284
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ZNZ
7 Nov — 14 Nov1
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to ZanzibarExplore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 October 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 October 2026.
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Deal found 7/10£555
Best flights from Istanbul to ZanzibarDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
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Deal found 7/10£540
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Deal found 3/10£678
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Deal found 5/10£776
Direct flights from Istanbul to ZanzibarExplore direct flight options from Istanbul to Zanzibar based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
Explore direct flight options from Istanbul to Zanzibar based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Istanbul to ZanzibarDiscover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Data last updated 8 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Data last updated 8 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 6/10£488
One-way flights from Istanbul to ZanzibarSearch for one-way flight options from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
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Find flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar
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IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Sun 28/2
17:45-04:45
1 stop11h 00m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£284
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Sat 6/3
12:15-04:45
2 stops40h 30m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£333
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Tue 2/3
12:15-05:05
2 stops40h 50m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£355
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Thu 14/1
18:35-14:40
1 stop20h 05m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£408
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Sun 15/11
01:50-14:40
1 stop12h 50m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£408
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Mon 28/12
12:15-08:40
2 stops20h 25m
Zanzibar Intl
Fri 8/1
09:10-16:45
1 stop31h 35m
£540
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Sun 1/11
12:15-04:45
2 stops16h 30m
Zanzibar Intl
Sun 8/11
06:50-11:15
2 stops52h 25m
£556
Fastest return journey
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Wed 3/3
19:30-02:50
Nonstop7h 20m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-23:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£586
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Sun 28/3
15:25-02:40
2 stops35h 15m
Zanzibar Intl
Sun 4/4
10:10-10:55
2 stops48h 45m
£678
IstanbulZanzibar
IST Istanbul - ZNZ Zanzibar Intl
ISTZNZ
Istanbul
Wed 18/11
22:25-02:40
2 stops52h 15m
Zanzibar Intl
Wed 25/11
09:50-13:45
2 stops27h 55m
£678
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Zanzibar
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar, 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 Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar (average of £382). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar in September is currently the most expensive (average of £815). 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 IST to ZNZ?
Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 October 2026.
When flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How often are flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Zanzibar have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 92 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Zanzibar flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Zanzibar flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. 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 Zanzibar. Reviews last updated 8 October 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar 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.
Entertainment
7.2
Comfort
7.3
Boarding
7.6
Overall
7.3
Crew
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentTom,May 2026
JFK - AUH
Entertainment
7.2
Comfort
7.3
Boarding
7.6
Overall
7.3
Crew
7.8
Food
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentTom,May 2026
JFK - AUH
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