Travelling from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Approximately 7 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul.
Istanbul and Zanzibar (where Abeid Amani Karume International Airport is located) share the UTC+3 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with nine weekly flights to pick from. You can fly from ZNZ to IST at 04:25 with Turkish Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ZNZ to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Airport (IST) is where you'll complete your journey.
Be on the lookout for deals with Turkish Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul.
Travelling from central Zanzibar to ZNZ takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel close to ZNZ? If you've booked an early flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Abeid Amani Karume International Airport, data shows 64% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) to Istanbul
₹ 38,086 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 64,161. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from ZNZ to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from ZNZ to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your ZNZ to Istanbul flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from ZNZ to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without visiting Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
