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Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 17,014 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,014, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 17,014 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,014, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 17,548 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun.One-way flight with Air Tanzania.Outbound indirect flight with Air Tanzania, departs from Zanzibar on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,548, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 17,924 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 17,924, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 18,384 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 18,384, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 18,508 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 18,508, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 19,238 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 19,238, select.
Istanbul.ج.م.‏ 20,446 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec.One-way flight with flydubai.Outbound indirect flight with flydubai, departs from Zanzibar on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 20,446, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zanzibar to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 17,548
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 17,014
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 17,014
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 18,384
Oct
from ج.م.‏ 17,924
Nov
from ج.م.‏ 20,446
Dec
from ج.م.‏ 20,446
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 19,238
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 20,446
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 18,508
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 20,512
May
from ج.م.‏ 20,549

Direct flights from Zanzibar to Istanbul

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Zanzibar to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 17,014
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time7 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Zanzibar to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zanzibar to Istanbul is ج.م.‏ 30,852. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Zanzibar to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Zanzibar to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Zanzibar to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Istanbul is usually August.
If you're flying from Zanzibar Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from ج.م.‏ 30,852.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zanzibar Airport to Istanbul on Thursday, 28 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 7 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul.

  • Istanbul and Zanzibar (where Zanzibar International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with seven departures a week to pick from. You can fly from ZNZ to IST at 04:25 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your ZNZ to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul ticket. Start your trip at ZNZ and land at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Be on the lookout for promotions from Turkish Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul.

  • ZNZ is around 6 kilometres from central Zanzibar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near ZNZ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • Of the flights that depart from Zanzibar International Airport, 71.9% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Istanbul

  • ج.م.‏ 17,014 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start from ج.م.‏ 30,852. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Lock in cheap flights from ZNZ to Istanbul by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from ZNZ to Istanbul.

  • Find a cheap flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from ZNZ to Istanbul can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your ZNZ to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Before booking your flights from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ZNZ to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Zanzibar International Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should be on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Zanzibar to Istanbul

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