Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport is 3 hours. Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, making Zurich 2 hours behind Istanbul.
Each week, there are 39 flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport. To jet off as soon as possible, take the 06:45 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from IST to ZRH is 21:05 with Turkish Airlines.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Visiting Zurich (and then seeing more of Switzerland!) is straightforward with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport.
We make it simple to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between IST and ZRH include:
Dubrovnik Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Franjo Tudman Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Switzerland, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to ZRH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
ر.ق. 298 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 650. These prices can change based on demand.
Book 6 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from IST to ZRH.
February is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from IST to ZRH is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport can be reached in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ZRH instead:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
Zurich Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Zurich. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 19 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Zurich in February.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with the temperature ranging between 10 ºC and 27 ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Zurich Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6 ºC and 7 ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from IST to ZRH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Zurich
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zurich right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from IST to ZRH:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are must-visits when exploring Zurich.
Complete your Zurich trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Zurich Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Zurich stay.
