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$88+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich (ZRH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — ZRH
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Zurich are usually found in February or November, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Zurich

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich (ZRH). 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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Turkish Airlines)

One-way from

$88
(Turkish Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$163

Good round-trip deal

$203 or less

Good one-way deal

$112 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Zurich
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Zurich. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/74:00 pmIST - ZRH
Nonstop3h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 2/126:05 pmZRH - IST
Nonstop3h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/21$172
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/54:40 pmIST - ZRH
1 stop18h 10mAir Serbia
Mon 2/108:40 pmZRH - IST
1 stop17h 30mAir Serbia
Deal found 1/20$192
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/287:50 amIST - ZRH
1 stop13h 15mLOT
Fri 1/317:55 pmZRH - IST
1 stop19h 40mLOT
Deal found 1/21$212
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/287:00 pmIST - ZRH
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Sun 3/27:10 amZRH - IST
2 stops13h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$231
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/27:25 amIST - ZRH
2 stops12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/147:55 pmZRH - IST
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$366
This Croatia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Croatia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:50 pmIST - ZRH
2 stops16h 55mCroatia Airlines
Thu 5/1511:45 amZRH - IST
2 stops11h 14mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 1/21$433
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:40 amIST - ZRH
1 stop9h 40mAegean Airlines
Thu 5/157:00 pmZRH - IST
1 stop6h 20mAegean Airlines
Deal found 1/21$461
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/213:50 amIST - ZRH
1 stop11h 10mEgyptair
Thu 1/237:05 amZRH - IST
1 stop8h 45mEgyptair
Deal found 1/21$1,068

Find flights from Istanbul to Zurich within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Zurich that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Fri 2/7

4:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Zurich

Wed 2/12

6:05 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$172

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Wed 2/5

4:40 pm-8:50 am

1 stop18h 10m

Zurich

Mon 2/10

8:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$192

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Fri 2/28

7:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 20m

Zurich

Sun 3/2

7:10 am-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$231

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

7:25 am-7:20 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Zurich

Mon 4/14

7:55 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$366

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Tue 5/13

6:50 pm-10:45 am

2 stops16h 55m

Zurich

Thu 5/15

11:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 14m

$433

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Mon 5/12

1:40 am-10:20 am

1 stop9h 40m

Zurich

Thu 5/15

7:00 pm-2:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

$461

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Mon 3/31

3:15 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$88

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Thu 3/27

5:55 pm-8:15 am

1 stop16h 20m

$98

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Sat 2/1

5:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

$107

IstanbulZurich

IST - ZRH

ISTZRH

Istanbul

Fri 2/14

7:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop15h 20m

$148

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Zurich

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Zurich in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Zurich flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Zurich flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Zurich flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Zurich flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Zurich flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Zurich

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zurich from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Zurich

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Zurich including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zurich?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Zurich. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Zurich is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 ZRH?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Zurich. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to Zurich in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Zurich

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Zurich. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

The most flights from IST to ZRH are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Zurich ranges from 2.5 - 5.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Zurich when rainfall is around 2.5 in.

Temperature in Zurich by month

Plan your trip to Zurich by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Zurich, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 32.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zurich

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zurich. 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 Zurich. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to Zurich, see what other customers have to say about Air Serbia, Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,358 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
775 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
741 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Zurich. 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 into for flights to Zurich from Istanbul?

    Zurich (ZRH) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Zurich. You should not have trouble finding flights to Zurich from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 13 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Zurich airport from Istanbul. It is only a 5.9 mi journey from Zurich (ZRH) to Zurich’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Zurich round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Zurich round-trip from $172. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Serbia, from $192, and Lufthansa, from $231. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 14% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Zurich one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $88 on Turkish Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $98 and Air Serbia from $107 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Zurich are Asiana Airlines (90%), Turkish Airlines (86%) and MIAT Mongolian (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Zurich?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Zurich) can be booked for $86 on average our data indicates $163 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Zurich that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Zurich flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Zurich?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Zurich.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Zurich?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Zurich 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 Istanbul Airport to Zurich?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zurich (average of $637). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zurich in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,315). 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 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Zurich

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Zurich. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$93Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
AjetCheapest$111Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$185Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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