Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar Starting at $259

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$259

Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
2 transfers
1d 17h
05/11/2025

The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul to Zanzibar departs on 05/11/2025, is operated by Pegasus Airlines and costs $259

Cheapest round trip flight

$542

Ethiopian Airlines
Ethiopian Airlines
1 transfer
1d 1h 15m
05/06/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Istanbul to Zanzibar departs on 05/06/2025, is operated by Ethiopian Airlines and costs $542

The fastest flight

15h 50m

Fastest flight from Istanbul to Zanzibar takes 15h 50m

Direct flights

No direct flights

There are no direct flights on this route.

Earliest flight

6:25 PM

Latest flight

6:45 PM

Average flight duration

12h 30m

Direct flights count

10

Distance

5353km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Istanbul and Zanzibar is 5353km (3319 miles). The average flight duration is 12h 30m. There are 10 direct flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar. Istanbul and Zanzibar are in the same time zone. Flights from Istanbul begin at 6:25 PM. The latest flight from Istanbul departs at 6:45 PM.

Airfare from Istanbul to Zanzibar by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Zanzibar

May 2025
Lowest price
on average:
$278
January 2026
Highest price
on average:
$471
  • Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

Below you will find a list of airlines operating flights on the Istanbul — Zanzibar route and the starting prices for flights of each specific airline on it.

Starting at $247

Starting at $309

Starting at $354

Starting at $358

Starting at $377

Starting at $387

Starting at $462

Direct Flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar

A direct flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Istanbul to Zanzibar, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/20/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK564

Starting at $589

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/21/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK565

Starting at $647

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/22/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK563

Starting at $601

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/25/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK568

Starting at $595

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/27/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK564

Starting at $649

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/28/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK565

Starting at $578

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/29/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK567

Starting at $648

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

04/30/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK564

Starting at $650

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

05/01/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK563

Starting at $857

Zanzibar city image

IstanbulZanzibar

ISTZNZ

05/02/2025

Departure date

Direct flight

Turkish Airlines

TK568

Starting at $622

Schedule of direct flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar:

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Every day

Starting at $592

Istanbul airports overview

SAW
Nas Air
SalamAir
Valuair
Pegasus Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$247
Starting at
$360-75%
on average
IST
EgyptAir
Turkish Airlines
Oman Air
Airlines flying to this airport
$377
Starting at
$628
on average

Zanzibar airports overview

ZNZ
+4
SalamAir
Valuair
Pegasus Airlines
Airlines flying to this airport
$247
Starting at
$508
on average

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Zanzibar?

The cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to Zanzibar according to data for the last 48 hours costs $259

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Istanbul — Zanzibar?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Istanbul to Zanzibar is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Istanbul to Zanzibar?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar can be found flying in these months: May, June, September.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Zanzibar?

The fastest flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar start from 15 hours 50 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Istanbul to Zanzibar?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Istanbul — Zanzibar: Turkish Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Istanbul to Zanzibar

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

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We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Istanbul to Zanzibar

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