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Cheap flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport

ZRH — IST
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Zurich to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 11 September 2025.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 312

Good one-way deal

C$ 1,196 or less
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (C$ 108 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Zurich with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from Zurich to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Zurich to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 993). Flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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 11 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 11 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
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Boarding

6.8

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.8

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

donald,Nov 2024

STN - AYT

Very smart crew and helpful. Plenty of leg room. Plane was clean. Only issue is baggage size.. Plenty of room but I could not get extra hand luggage and 3 kg is nothing

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?

    Most people fly from Zurich (ZRH) if they book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul. On average, Zurich has 15 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 1 airline. Zurich is conveniently located just 9.4 km from Zurich’s city centre.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Zurich to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 145, Pegasus Airlines will fly you from Zurich to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Pegasus Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Zurich, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: RwandAir (77%), IndiGo (72%), Asiana Airlines( 67%).

  • 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 vacation 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Zurich to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 993). Flying from Zurich to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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 airline flying from Zurich to Istanbul

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Pegasus AirlinesCheapestC$ 145AverageC$ 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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