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June 20 - June 23

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SAW - Zürich

$235

$161

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June 19 - June 21

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SAW - Zürich

$238

$161

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June 20 - June 21

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SAW - Zürich

$238

$161

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June 19 - June 24

Cheapest

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SAW - Zürich

$217

$161

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June 20 - June 22

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SAW - Zürich

$238

$161

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June 19 - June 22

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Best

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SAW - Zürich

$236

$161

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June 20 - June 24

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SAW - Zürich

$234

$161

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September 18 - September 21

Cheapest

SAW - Zürich

$150

$161

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June 19 - June 26

Earliest

SAW - Zürich

$204

$162

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June 22 - June 29

SAW - Zürich

$206

$164

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Zürich

A meaningful share of itineraries from Istanbul to Zürich are non-stop, with the rest typically connecting once. Specifically, 66.1% of recent fares are for direct flights from Istanbul to Zürich. For those itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1. This indicates that while direct options are common, you will also find a significant number of flights that involve a single stop.

When considering cheap flights from Istanbul to Zürich, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $97–$241, with a median of $146. Currently, 21% of recent fares are classified as a good price, suggesting that deals are available but may require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

To find the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Zürich, consider traveling in March, when the median fare is $92. Other cost-effective months include April, with a median fare of $115, and September, where the median fare is $124. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route, providing opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Zürich takes approximately 3h 10m, including any connections. This median duration accounts for both non-stop and connecting itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for your total travel time. The route itself covers a distance of 1802 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Zürich

Regular price: $189 - $315

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Zürich are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $189 and $315. The current lowest deal is $161 with Valuair, for travel from Jun 20 to Jun 23.

now $161

Low $189

High $315

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Zürich

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Zurich is March, with a median price of $92. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $255. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $92

August

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Flights from $255

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Zürich

Valuair

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Zürich

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Zürich

Istanbul (SAW) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$238

$166

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Zürich

Istanbul (SAW) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$234

$169

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Zürich

Istanbul (SAW) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$238

$170

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Zürich

Istanbul (SAW) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$236

$172

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Zürich

Istanbul (SAW) - Zürich (ZRH)

Pegasus Airlines

$204

$174

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Zürich

Istanbul (SAW) - Zürich (ZRH)

Valuair

$238

$161

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Zürich

7 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 30

$310 → $193

38%

3 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 25

$312 → $197

37%

3 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 27

$312 → $197

37%

7 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 30

$317 → $202

36%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Zürich

Istanbul - Zürich route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Zürich are above the typical level at $161.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Zürich, with a median price of $92.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 10m

The median flight time for direct flights from Istanbul to Zürich is 3 hours 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights are frequent, making up 66.1% of all deals for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Valuair offers direct flights

Valuair is an airline that has offered direct flights on the Istanbul to Zürich route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Historically, deals for flights from Istanbul to Zürich appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Fly from Sabiha Gökçen International for potentially cheaper flights to Zürich.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Depart from Istanbul Airport for flights to Zürich.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is ideal for reaching Zürich and surrounding areas from Istanbul.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and tram)

💸 Flights from ~$160

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (BSL)

EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg is a major international alternative to Zurich with excellent rail connectivity.

📍 ~70 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Stuttgart (STR)

Stuttgart Airport offers a broad network and reliable rail connections for long-haul or European flights.

📍 ~160 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Memmingen (FMM)

Memmingen Airport is a primary low-cost alternative, often significantly cheaper for Eastern European destinations.

📍 ~165 km from Zurich (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$190

Milan–Malpensa (MXP)

Cheapest

Milan–Malpensa is a major intercontinental hub with extensive long-haul options and direct train connections.

📍 ~200 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$154

Geneva (GVA)

Geneva Airport is the second largest airport in Switzerland with high flight frequency and direct rail links.

📍 ~230 km from Zurich (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zürich

Zürich, Switzerland

42% AI deal score

$1,470

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

Historically, the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Zürich are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $132. Booking 7-13 days out saw an average price of $214, while flights booked 0-6 days before departure typically cost around $358. Prices for bookings made 60+ days out averaged $217.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Zürich was considered to be $97 or less. The median price for this route was $146. For travelers seeking deals, 25% of prices were found at or below $97, while 75% of prices were at or below $241.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Zürich, with a median price of $92. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $115. The annual median price for this route was $146, with September being the most expensive month at a median of $124.

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Zürich

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Zürich

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Zürich

Direct flights from Istanbul to Zürich

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Zürich

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Zürich

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Zürich

Istanbul - Zürich route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 10m

Direct flights are frequent

Valuair offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Zürich main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Zürich used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Zürich

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Zürich

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