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

IST — ZNZ
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Zanzibar Intl are usually found in April or October, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Zanzibar

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 January 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$840
Provider with most accurate pricing for Istanbul-Zanzibar Intl flight deals.
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Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Istanbul-Zanzibar Intl flights.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar

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 Zanzibar in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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-Zanzibar flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Zanzibar flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Zanzibar flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Zanzibar flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Zanzibar 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 Zanzibar

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Zanzibar from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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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 January 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar is 18 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar (average of $365). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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 January 6, 2026.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 6, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar, such as Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,152 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,152 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,152 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
935 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,152 reviews

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

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. 2 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 1 inbound flight 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Turkish Airlines for as low as $661. Ethiopian Air is currently priced 32% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar (average of $365). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Zanzibar in July is currently the most expensive (average of $734). 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 2 airlines flying from Istanbul to Zanzibar

Discover the top 2 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 January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapest$562Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$897Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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