How many flights from Zürich to Istanbul are non-stop?

Across the trailing 90 days, approximately 19.4% of flights from Zürich to Istanbul were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This suggests that while direct options are available, a notable portion of routes involve at least one connection.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Zürich to Istanbul?

Historically, good prices on flights from Zürich to Istanbul have been regularly available. This route is classified as having regular deal frequency, indicating that travelers often have opportunities to find favorable fares. This consistent availability of good prices has been observed across the trailing 30-day period.

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Q: How long is the flight from Zürich to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight from Zürich to Istanbul has a duration of 3 hours and 0 minutes, covering a distance of 1741 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, historically take significantly longer, with a median duration of 9 hours and 0 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

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Zürich to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Istanbul

The journey from Zürich to Istanbul covers a distance of 1741 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Zürich to Istanbul, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $278–$631, with a median of $434. Currently, about 14% of recent fares are considered a good price, and new deals show up several times a week.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Istanbul? The data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $68. Following February, January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $193. Travelers can also find more budget-friendly options in November, where the median fare is $337.

Most itineraries for flights from Zürich to Istanbul connect at least once, with only 19.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Zürich to Istanbul? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 12h 15m. For direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul, the non-stop flight time is considerably shorter, at 2h 55m.

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Istanbul

Regular price: CHF 134 - CHF 400

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between CHF 134 and CHF 400. The current lowest deal is CHF 87 with Valuair, for travel from Dec 4 to Dec 7.

now CHF 87

Low CHF 134

High CHF 400

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

February is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Istanbul, with a median price of $33. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $719. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 33

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 719

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Istanbul

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

CHF 459

CHF 214

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 462

CHF 207

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 461

CHF 216

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 462

CHF 215

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 338

CHF 248

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 111

CHF 88

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

CHF 398 → CHF 131

67%

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

CHF 400 → CHF 134

67%

7 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 13

CHF 386 → CHF 131

66%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

CHF 465 → CHF 215

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

Zürich - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Zürich to Istanbul are below the typical level, with prices around $87.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Istanbul, with a median price of $68.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights are 2h 55m; connecting flights average 12h 15m.

Direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul take 2h 55m, while connecting flights average 12h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

19.4% of recent flights are direct.

Historically, 19.4% of flights from Zürich to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Valuair offers the most direct deals.

Valuair has 68 direct deals, making it a prominent choice for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Deals for flights from Zürich to Istanbul appear regularly, with a 30-day deal cadence.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good choice for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 85

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is a good option for flights to Istanbul from Zurich.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 84

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Consider this major international hub for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the travel distance.

📍 ~360 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 122

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Istanbul, Turkey

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From ZRH

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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From ZRH

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Business Class

From ZRH

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Zürich to Istanbul is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $364. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees a significantly higher average price of $718. Even booking 7-13 days out shows an average price of $429, indicating that planning ahead can lead to considerable savings.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Zürich to Istanbul is considered to be $278 or less. The median price for this route was $434. Prices can go up to $631 or more for the higher end of the market, so aiming for prices around or below the $278 threshold is advisable for budget-conscious travelers.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Istanbul, with a median price of $68. January also offered competitive prices, with a median of $193. The annual median price for this route was $434, indicating that flying in these months can result in significant savings compared to other times of the year.

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Zürich to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Istanbul

Regular price: CHF 134 - CHF 400

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between CHF 134 and CHF 400. The current lowest deal is CHF 87 with Valuair, for travel from Dec 4 to Dec 7.

now CHF 87

Low CHF 134

High CHF 400

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

February

Cheapest

Flights from CHF 33

July

Most Expensive

Flights from CHF 719

Jan

Feb

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Istanbul

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

CHF 459

CHF 214

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 462

CHF 207

One-way

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 461

CHF 216

One-way

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 462

CHF 215

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 338

CHF 248

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

ZRH - Istanbul

Zürich (ZRH) - Istanbul (SAW)

Valuair

CHF 111

CHF 88

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 8

CHF 398 → CHF 131

67%

4 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 10

CHF 400 → CHF 134

67%

7 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 13

CHF 386 → CHF 131

66%

2 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 30

CHF 465 → CHF 215

54%

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

Zürich - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Zürich to Istanbul are below the typical level, with prices around $87.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Istanbul, with a median price of $68.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights are 2h 55m; connecting flights average 12h 15m.

Direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul take 2h 55m, while connecting flights average 12h 15m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

19.4% of recent flights are direct.

Historically, 19.4% of flights from Zürich to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Valuair offers the most direct deals.

Valuair has 68 direct deals, making it a prominent choice for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Deals for flights from Zürich to Istanbul appear regularly, with a 30-day deal cadence.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Zürich Airport (ZRH)

Cheapest

Zürich Airport is a good choice for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 85

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is a good option for flights to Istanbul from Zurich.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CHF 84

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Consider this major international hub for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the travel distance.

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$1,184

$685

Save $499

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Zürich to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Zürich to Istanbul

Zürich to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

Direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

Zürich - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights are 2h 55m; connecting flights average 12h 15m.

19.4% of recent flights are direct.

Valuair offers the most direct deals.

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Dec 13

Dec 13

Dec 05

Dec 09

Dec 25

Dec 15

Dec 26

Dec 27

Dec 07

Dec 05

Dec 24

Dec 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

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

How much should a flight from Zürich to Istanbul cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Istanbul?

How many flights from Zürich to Istanbul are non-stop?

How long is the flight from Zürich to Istanbul?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Zürich to Istanbul?

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More routes from Zürich

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Zürich to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Zürich to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Zürich to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

Direct flights from Zürich to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Zürich to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Zürich to Istanbul

Zürich - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights are 2h 55m; connecting flights average 12h 15m.

19.4% of recent flights are direct.

Valuair offers the most direct deals.

Deals appear regularly for this route.

Zürich main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Dec 13

Dec 13

Dec 05

Dec 09

Dec 25

Dec 15

Dec 26

Dec 27

Dec 07

Dec 05

Dec 24

Dec 17

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

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

How much should a flight from Zürich to Istanbul cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Zürich to Istanbul?