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Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Zanzibar (ZNZ)

IST — ZNZ
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in March or April, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Zanzibar (ZNZ). 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 August 18, 2025.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$840

Good round-trip deal

$1,258 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Zanzibar

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar is 72 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 Zanzibar?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). 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 ZNZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 34% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Zanzibar. 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from IST to ZNZ are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Zanzibar

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Zanzibar. 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 Zanzibar. Reviews last updated August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar, such as Turkish Airlines, Ethiopian Air, and flydubai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
835 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
flydubai
6.5
Okay
142 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Zanzibar. 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 Zanzibar from Istanbul?

    Zanzibar Intl (ZNZ), located 4.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar. 4 airlines have flights to Zanzibar Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    Currently priced at $562, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Oman Air and flydubai - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $669 and $716, respectively. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar (average of $989). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,746). 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 4 airlines flying from Istanbul to Zanzibar

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$562Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Oman AirCheapest$669Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
flydubaiCheapest$716Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$847Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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