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Cheapest one-way

US$ 57
AJet Wed, Sep 30

73% below next 30d avg. (US$211)

Cheapest round-trip

US$ 112
AJet Thu, Sep 17

56% below next 30d avg. (US$252)

When to fly

September Cheapest month
January Peak month

Fastest flight

3h 10m 3m faster than avg. (3h 13m)

Recommended airlines

With a lowest one-way fare of US$57 , travelers can expect an average price of US$211 for upcoming trips, while round-trip tickets start at US$112 . Flights typically take around 3h 13m , but the fastest nonstop option completes the journey in just 3h 10m minutes. There are 61 flights weekly on this route. You can land at any one of the following hubs in Zurich: Zurich Airport (ZRH) . Flying from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Zurich Airport (SAW-ZRH) is by far the most common option on this route. To secure the best rates, booking 40 days in advance is recommended, and the cheapest travel days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday .

Updated 2d ago · This content is an AI-powered summary based on Trip.com data. Prices and availability are subject to change. Please refer to actual prices, availability, and travel conditions.

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Istanbul to Zurich over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$57 and round-trip from US$112. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Thu, Sep 17 | AJet
        ZRH 11:30
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:25
        Zurich - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 21 | AJet
        US$112 US$136
        18% off
        18% off
        US$136 US$112
      • SAW 08:25
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:35
        Istanbul - Zurich | Fri, Sep 18 | AJet
        ZRH 11:30
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:25
        Zurich - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 21 | AJet
        US$113 US$136
        17% off
        17% off
        US$136 US$113
      • SAW 08:25
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:35
        Istanbul - Zurich | Wed, Oct 21 | AJet
        ZRH 11:40
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:35
        Zurich - Istanbul | Fri, Oct 23 | AJet
        US$114 US$136
        16% off
        16% off
        US$136 US$114
      • SAW 11:55
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 13:05
        Istanbul - Zurich | Fri, Nov 6 | AJet
        ZRH 17:55
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 22:50
        Zurich - Istanbul | Mon, Nov 9 | Pegasus Airlines
        US$116
        15% off
        US$136 US$116
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Mon, Oct 5 | AJet
        ZRH 11:30
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:25
        Zurich - Istanbul | Mon, Oct 12 | AJet
        US$117
        14% off
        US$136 US$117
      • SAW 08:10
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:20
        Istanbul - Zurich | Sat, Sep 26 | AJet
        ZRH 11:40
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:35
        Zurich - Istanbul | Tue, Sep 29 | AJet
        US$117
        14% off
        US$136 US$117
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Thu, Oct 22 | AJet
        ZRH 14:10
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 19:05
        Zurich - Istanbul | Wed, Oct 28 | AJet
        US$118
        13% off
        US$136 US$118
      • SAW 17:40
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 19:45
        Istanbul - Zurich | Thu, Sep 17 | Pegasus Airlines
        ZRH 11:30
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:25
        Zurich - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 21 | AJet
        US$118
        13% off
        US$136 US$118
      • SAW 12:55
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 15:00
        Istanbul - Zurich | Fri, Sep 18 | Pegasus Airlines
        ZRH 11:30
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:25
        Zurich - Istanbul | Mon, Sep 21 | AJet
        US$118
        13% off
        US$136 US$118
      • SAW 08:30
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:35
        Istanbul - Zurich | Wed, Oct 21 | Pegasus Airlines
        ZRH 11:40
        2h 55m
        Nonstop
        SAW 15:35
        Zurich - Istanbul | Fri, Oct 23 | AJet
        US$119
        13% off
        US$136 US$119
      • IST 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ZRH 14:00
        Istanbul - Zurich | Sun, Sep 13 | Normal Airline
        ZRH 15:00
        6h
        Nonstop
        IST 16:00
        Zurich - Istanbul | Tue, Sep 15 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        SAW 08:25
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:35
        Istanbul - Zurich | Wed, Sep 30 | AJet
        US$57 US$66
        14% off
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:25
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:35
        Istanbul - Zurich | Fri, Sep 25 | AJet
        US$57 US$66
        14% off
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Thu, Sep 24 | AJet
        US$57 US$66
        14% off
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:10
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:20
        Istanbul - Zurich | Sat, Sep 26 | AJet
        US$57
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Tue, Sep 22 | AJet
        US$57
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Thu, Sep 17 | AJet
        US$57
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:10
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:20
        Istanbul - Zurich | Sat, Sep 19 | AJet
        US$57
        14% off
        US$66 US$57
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Mon, Sep 21 | AJet
        US$58
        12% off
        US$66 US$58
      • SAW 08:15
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:25
        Istanbul - Zurich | Mon, Sep 28 | AJet
        US$58
        12% off
        US$66 US$58
      • SAW 08:25
        3h 10m
        Nonstop
        ZRH 10:35
        Istanbul - Zurich | Wed, Sep 23 | AJet
        US$58
        12% off
        US$66 US$58
      • IST 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ZRH 14:00
        Istanbul - Zurich | Sun, Sep 13 | Normal Airline
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Flight.News
Flights from Istanbul to Zurich operate an average of 27 times per day over the past 7 days, with a 20.5% on-time departure rate and a 86.9% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Istanbul to Zurich flights?

The most popular airlines flying from Istanbul to Zurich are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet, among 3 carriers on this route. AJet offers the lowest fares. Based on Trip.com's flight booking data from the previous 12 months.
Turkish Airlines logo Turkish Airlines
Pegasus Airlines logo Pegasus Airlines
AJet logo AJet
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Istanbul to Zurich according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Istanbul to Zurich Flight Information

The distance between Istanbul and Zurich is about 1,767.98 km. The average flying time from Istanbul to Zurich is around 3 hours 13 minutes. Based on Trip.com's latest data, travel demand is highest in January. The off-season for travel is September.

Cheapest one-way flight price US$57
Cheapest return ticket price US$112
Cheapest month September
Peak season for travel January
Flight distance 1,767.98 km
Average flight time 3 hours 13 minutes
Popular airline Turkish Airlines
Frequency ～35/week
Flight statistics for the Istanbul–Zurich route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Trends on Flights from Istanbul to Zurich

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Istanbul to Zurich?

Average monthly one-way flight prices from Istanbul to Zurich, based on bookings made by Trip.com users over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul to Zurich is December, with an average price of US$98; while the month with the highest flight price is usually August, with an average price of up to US$232.

US$232
US$165
US$98
US$31
    Cheapest
  • US$125
    Sep
  • US$168
    Oct
  • US$138
    Nov
  • US$98
    Dec
  • US$168
    Jan
  • US$102
    Feb
  • US$101
    Mar
  • US$136
    Apr
  • US$154
    May
  • US$119
    Jun
  • US$125
    Jul
  • US$232
    Aug

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Istanbul to Zurich?

The average price of round-trip flights from Istanbul to Zurich purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on data from Trip.com, the lowest prices for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Zurich are found during December, with an average price of US$202. Conversely, the highest prices are found during January, with an average price of up to US$358.

US$358
US$280
US$202
US$124
    Cheapest
  • US$297
    Sep
  • US$292
    Oct
  • US$210
    Nov
  • US$202
    Dec
  • US$358
    Jan
  • US$226
    Feb
  • US$306
    Mar
  • US$286
    Apr
  • US$320
    May
  • US$302
    Jun
  • US$289
    Jul
  • US$358
    Aug

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Zurich (IST-ZRH)?

    Based on Trip.com data, AJet offers one-way fares as low as US$57 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SAW to ZRH on Wed, Sep 30), while AJet offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$112 departing on Thu, Sep 17 and returning on Mon, Sep 21.
  • At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Zurich with the following airlines, including: Turkish Airlines Pegasus Airlines AJet Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 3 hours 13 minutes to fly from Istanbul to Zurich.
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Zurich is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 61 flight per week flying from Istanbul to Zurich. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK1911 (19:26) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK1207 (10:51) Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- TK1907 (08:10)
  • To find best deals on flights from Istanbul to Zurich, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Sep 30, with one-way flights priced at just US$57.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is AJet.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Zurich travel is around January.
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  • The cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Zurich is September, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Zurich on September 22, 2026 with AJet, with prices starting at US$52.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Zurich: Zurich Airport (ZRH). Flying from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Zurich Airport (SAW-ZRH) is by far the most common option on this route.
  • The time difference between Zurich and Istanbul is 2h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Istanbul to Zurich is US$211. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Istanbul to Zurich is US$252. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Istanbul and Zurich, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Pegasus Airlines and AJetare the most popular budget airlines flying from Istanbul to Zurich. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

Trip.com Airline Insights on Flights from Istanbul to Zurich

Which airline offers the cheapest direct flights from Istanbul to Zurich?

Data is based on the average price of all nonstop flights from Istanbul to Zurich on Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, AJet provides the lowest-priced direct flights from Istanbul to Zurich, with fares starting at US$113.

US$25
US$113
US$201
US$289
US$377
AJet
US$113
AJet
Pegasus Airlines
US$136
Pegasus Airlines
Air Serbia
US$193
Air Serbia
Turkish Airlines
US$215
Turkish Airlines
KM Malta Airlines
US$257
KM Malta Airlines
LOT Polish Airlines
US$377
LOT Polish Airlines

Which airline operates the most flights from Istanbul to Zurich?

Total flights from Istanbul to Zurich across all airlines. (Based on Trip.com data from the past month)

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past month, Pakistan International Airlines operates the most frequent flights from Istanbul to Zurich, with 39 flights per week.

3
15
27
39
Pakistan International Airlines
39
Pakistan International Airlines
Turkish Airlines
38
Turkish Airlines
Gulf Air
30
Gulf Air
IndiGo
23
IndiGo
Pegasus Airlines
21
Pegasus Airlines
Miat Mongolian Airlines
15
Miat Mongolian Airlines

How many flights fly from Istanbul to Zurich daily?

The data is based on the flight numbers for each day of the week from Istanbul to Zurich within the Trip.com database over the past month.

Based on the past month's historical data from Trip.com, the number of flights from Istanbul to Zurich is the highest on Friday/Saturday and the lowest on Wednesday.

133
118
102
87
Highest
104
Mon
104
Tue
102
Wed
107
Thu
133
Fri
133
Sat
116
Sun

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