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Flight deals from Zagreb Airport to Istanbul Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Zagreb Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs53,028. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.Rs16,612 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,612, select.
Istanbul.Rs20,050 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,050, select.
Istanbul.Rs21,717 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs21,717, select.
Istanbul.Rs27,939 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,939, select.
Istanbul.Rs27,939 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,939, select.
Istanbul.Rs27,939 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,939, select.
Istanbul.Rs27,982 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Jun.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Fri, 12 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,982, select.
Istanbul.Rs34,306 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Zagreb on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,306, select.
Istanbul.Rs34,743 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs34,743, select.
Istanbul.Rs35,075 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Air Serbia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Serbia, departs from Zagreb on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs35,075, select.
Istanbul.Rs40,252 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Zagreb on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,252, select.
Istanbul.Rs45,172 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec.One-way flight with LOT.Outbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Zagreb on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs45,172, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zagreb to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in February.
Jan
from Rs34,743
Feb
from Rs16,612
Mar
from Rs20,050
Apr
from Rs21,717
May
from Rs27,939
Jun
from Rs27,982
Jul
from Rs34,306
Aug
from Rs35,075
Sep
from Rs27,939
Oct
from Rs27,939
Nov
from Rs40,252
Dec
from Rs45,172

Direct flights from Zagreb to Istanbul

Zagreb to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Zagreb to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from Rs18,578
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from Rs16,612
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Zagreb to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs16,612
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time2 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week42

Finding cheap flights from Zagreb to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Zagreb to Istanbul is Rs44,439. 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.
2 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Zagreb to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines and Croatia Airlines fly direct from Zagreb to Istanbul.
As of January 2026, there are 42 flights per week flying from Zagreb to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Zagreb to Istanbul is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zagreb Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 20 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.
Currently, Air Serbia and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Zagreb.

  • Each week, there are 93 Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 08:55 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 20:25 with Turkish Airlines.

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

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Currently, Rs16,612 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs44,439. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZAG to IST if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.

  • Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ZAG to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • 67.18% of flights taking off from Franjo Tudman Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Franjo Tudman Airport from central Zagreb, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Taking an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ZAG:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Istanbul in February.

  • Book your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from ZAG to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Zagreb to Istanbul

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