ZanzibarIstanbul, Turkey

Flights from Zanzibar to Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Istanbul (IST) take about 7h 14m (5,389 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $745 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Istanbul

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

A Turkish Airlines aircraft flying amidst clouds over Istanbul, capturing travel's essence. — arriving in Istanbul

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Zanzibar →3 lounges at Zanzibar Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresIST to Istanbul: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Istanbul →34 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Zanzibar to Istanbul

Carriers on ZNZ–IST according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Zanzibar to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $745 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $357. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$89231 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$580 · 2 stops29 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$74520 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$357 · 2 stops15 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$7596 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines	$367 · 1 stop6 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$8788 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$433 · 2 stops10 Jan 2027
Feb 2027	$87616 Feb 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$401 · 1 stop12 Feb 2027
Mar 2027	$80121 Mar 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$389 · 1 stop20 Mar 2027
Jul 2027	$88226 Jul 2027 · Turkish Airlines	$627 · 1 stop26 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $357 for November 2026, $367 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Zanzibar to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Istanbul

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Zanzibar to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Zanzibar to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Zanzibar (ZNZ) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 7h 14m, covering 5,389 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Zanzibar from Istanbul by air?

The great-circle distance between Abeid Amani Karume International Airport and İstanbul Airport is 5,389 km (3,349 miles), a long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Zanzibar to Istanbul?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the ZNZ–IST route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Zanzibar to Istanbul cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on ZNZ–IST was $745 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 20 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Zanzibar to Istanbul?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $357 one-way, against $627 for July 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Zanzibar to Istanbul?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $357 with 2 stops against $745 nonstop, a saving of $388. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Zanzibar to Turkey?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Istanbul?

Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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