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Pegasus Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 10:45 pmZRH-SAW
2h 50mnonstop
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8:50 am - 9:55 amSAW-ZRH
3h 05mnonstop
$109Pegasus Airlines
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Mon, Dec 15 - Sun, Dec 21
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2:50 pm - 7:40 pmZRH-SAW
2h 50mnonstop
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8:40 am - 9:45 amSAW-ZRH
3h 05mnonstop
$115Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 28
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10:55 am - 3:45 pmZRH-SAW
2h 50mnonstop
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8:40 am - 9:45 amSAW-ZRH
3h 05mnonstop
$119Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 28
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2:50 pm - 7:40 pmZRH-SAW
2h 50mnonstop
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12:40 pm - 5:25 pmSAW-ZRH
6h 45m1 stop
$144Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 5
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8:25 am - 11:00 pmZRH-SAW
12h 35m1 stop
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11:00 am - 5:10 pmSAW-ZRH
8h 10m1 stop
$148Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
Ajet Logo
2:10 pm - 7:05 pmZRH-SAW
2h 55mnonstop
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11:55 am - 1:05 pmSAW-ZRH
3h 10mnonstop
$184Ajet
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Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
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10:40 am - 3:45 pmZRH-IST
3h 05mnonstop
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9:20 pm - 10:20 pmIST-ZRH
3h 00mnonstop
$200Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 9
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6:45 am - 11:50 amZRH-IST
3h 05mnonstop
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4:10 pm - 5:15 pmIST-ZRH
3h 05mnonstop
$202Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 13
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2:45 pm - 10:45 pmZRH-IST
6h 00m1 stop
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6:30 am - 1:55 pmIST-ZRH
9h 25m1 stop
$228Lufthansa
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
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8:55 am - 10:45 pmZRH-IST
11h 50m1 stop
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6:30 am - 10:45 amIST-ZRH
6h 15m1 stop
$229Lufthansa
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Fri, Dec 5 - Fri, Dec 12

Lufthansa flights from Zurich to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on Zurich to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
Dec 11
ZRH2:45 pmZurich
6h 00m
1 stop
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Dec 14
IST6:30 amIstanbul
9h 25m
1 stop
ZRH1:55 pmZurich
$228
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Lufthansa
Dec 5
ZRH8:55 amZurich
11h 50m
1 stop
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Dec 12
IST6:30 amIstanbul
6h 15m
1 stop
ZRH10:45 amZurich
$229
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Lufthansa
Apr 6
ZRH2:35 pmZurich
5h 40m
1 stop
IST9:15 pmIstanbul
Apr 13
IST1:50 pmIstanbul
9h 00m
1 stop
ZRH9:50 pmZurich
$230
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Air Serbia flights from Zurich to Istanbul

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Air Serbia
Dec 10
ZRH8:40 pmZurich
18h 10m
1 stop
IST4:50 pmIstanbul
Dec 13
IST5:35 pmIstanbul
22h 40m
1 stop
ZRH2:15 pmZurich
$231
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Air Serbia
Apr 10
ZRH9:30 amZurich
17h 05m
1 stop
IST3:35 amIstanbul
Apr 22
IST3:40 pmIstanbul
18h 00m
1 stop
ZRH8:40 amZurich
$232
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Air Serbia
Dec 3
ZRH8:40 pmZurich
18h 10m
1 stop
IST4:50 pmIstanbul
Dec 9
IST5:20 amIstanbul
5h 30m
1 stop
ZRH8:50 amZurich
$236
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ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - SAW

ZRHSAW

Zurich

Mon 12/15

5:55 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 12/21

8:50 am-9:55 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$109

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - SAW

ZRHSAW

Zurich

Tue 11/25

2:50 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 11/28

8:40 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$115

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - SAW

ZRHSAW

Zurich

Tue 11/25

10:55 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 11/28

8:40 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$119

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - SAW

ZRHSAW

Zurich

Fri 11/28

2:50 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 12/5

12:40 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$144

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - SAW

ZRHSAW

Zurich

Wed 12/3

8:25 am-11:00 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/10

11:00 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$148

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - SAW

ZRHSAW

Zurich

Mon 3/9

2:10 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 3/13

11:55 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$184

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Wed 12/3

10:40 am-3:45 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 12/9

9:20 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$200

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Tue 12/9

6:45 am-11:50 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 12/13

4:10 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$202

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Thu 12/11

2:45 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

6:30 am-1:55 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$228

ZurichIstanbul

ZRH - IST

ZRHIST

Zurich

Fri 12/5

8:55 am-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 12/12

6:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

$229

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Zurich and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $139. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $147.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from Zurich to Istanbul is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $655. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Saturday is $1,167.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the evening. Flights from Zurich to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $263. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $657 on average. Flights to Istanbul from Zurich in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Zurich to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Zurich when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $236 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Zurich for as low as $206 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Zurich to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Zurich to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap Zurich to Istanbul flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

2h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The fastest flight from Zurich to Istanbul takes 2h 50m
Direct flights go from Zurich to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)
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  • How far is Zurich to Istanbul by plane?

    Istanbul is 1097.7 mi away from Zurich. Flights usually cover this in 2h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Istanbul?

    Prices for flights from Zurich Airport to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Zurich Airport to Istanbul?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Zurich Airport to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Zurich to Istanbul

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Free Cancellation
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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom $76Free CancellationRating
6.7
635 reviews
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AjetPriceFrom $85Free CancellationRating
6.5
18 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,032 reviews
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