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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Zagreb Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ₹ 12,765. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Zagreb

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Zagreb flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Zagreb

Istanbul to Zagreb: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Zagreb: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found₹ 5,875
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week71

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Zagreb: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Zagreb is ₹ 12,439. 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 10 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Zagreb.
Turkish Airlines, Croatia Airlines and Pegasus Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Zagreb.
As of March 2026, there are 71 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Zagreb.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Zagreb is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Zagreb Airport on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 10 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 Zagreb 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Zagreb is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Zagreb is Pegasus Airlines .

Travelling from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG): What you need to know

  • Istanbul is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) heading out from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The average time for a direct Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport is located in Zagreb. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.

  • The most popular route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG), with 19 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from IST to ZAG is the 12:35am Turkish Airlines option. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 6:40pm with Turkish Airlines.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Istanbul to ZAG.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) out of Istanbul Airport (IST).

  • Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport jetting out of IST.

  • The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to ZAG.

  • The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Planning to catch a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? Direct Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) plane tickets can be booked from here.

  • From SAW, direct flights from Istanbul to ZAG are available with Pegasus.

  • Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SAW to ZAG.

  • Flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport are more likely to arrive as scheduled with Pegasus Airlines than with any other carrier.

  • SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Istanbul to ZAG flight? Relax in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

Getting from Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to central Zagreb

  • From Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, central Zagreb is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

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

  • ₹ 5,875 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 12,439. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book six months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to ZAG.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Save time looking for cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to ZAG by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Save on your flight from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport by using filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG). Visit Zagreb in December if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Lock in a Istanbul to ZAG plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Zagreb to range from 14ºC to 32ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between -7ºC and 8ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Zagreb

  • After booking your flight from Istanbul to Zagreb Franjo Tudman Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zagreb:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Zagreb itinerary.

Explore more of Croatia

  • Split is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Zagreb. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.

  • Around 137 kilometres west of Zagreb, Rijeka is another essential stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Teatro Fenice, The St. Vitus Cathedral and Church of St. Nicholas.

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