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$274+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Istanbul

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CMH — IST
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from Columbus to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$674
(Delta)

One-way from

$274
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$1,370
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:35 pmCMH - IST
2 stops20h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/296:30 amIST - CMH
2 stops18h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,703
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:25 pmCMH - IST
2 stops44h 20mLufthansa
Tue 12/316:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops24h 53mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$1,764
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:25 pmCMH - SAW
2 stops38h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 12/309:35 amSAW - CMH
2 stops43h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,993
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:50 pmCMH - IST
3 stops19h 15mAir Canada
Sun 12/298:40 amIST - CMH
3 stops23h 04mAir Canada
Deal found 12/18$2,122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:00 amCMH - IST
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/296:30 amIST - CMH
2 stops25h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,128
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/235:00 amCMH - SAW
3 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/3010:55 pmSAW - CMH
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$2,575
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/249:00 amCMH - IST
2 stops49h 30mEmirates
Sat 12/281:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops27h 03mEmirates
Deal found 12/18$2,749
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:05 amCMH - IST
2 stops31h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 12/317:35 amIST - CMH
3 stops48h 09mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/18$2,770
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:25 pmCMH - IST
2 stops21h 20mRoyal Jordanian
Sun 12/299:10 pmIST - CMH
2 stops32h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 12/18$5,114
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:25 pmCMH - IST
1 stop13h 45mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/293:40 pmIST - CMH
1 stop33h 48mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/18$7,149

Find flights from Columbus to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 1/21

4:26 pm-4:10 am

2 stops27h 44m

Istanbul

Sat 2/1

5:10 am-11:59 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$674

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Thu 1/30

2:22 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops19h 08m

Istanbul

Mon 2/10

6:25 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops31h 00m

$722

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Thu 1/30

4:08 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops18h 32m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/10

3:55 pm-6:28 pm

2 stops34h 33m

$745

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Thu 1/30

5:12 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop16h 43m

Istanbul

Mon 2/10

11:55 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$912

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Sat 2/1

10:16 am-12:40 pm

2 stops42h 24m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 2/8

1:40 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops36h 22m

$957

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 2/1

10:16 am-12:20 pm

2 stops42h 04m

Istanbul

Sat 2/8

1:50 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops40h 17m

$962

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 2/1

11:29 am-4:10 am

2 stops32h 41m

Istanbul

Sat 2/8

5:10 am-10:33 pm

2 stops25h 23m

$995

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 1/22

2:50 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops19h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 1/29

6:50 am-11:34 pm

3 stops24h 44m

$1,047

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 2/1

2:35 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 2/7

7:00 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops36h 15m

$1,068

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Thu 1/30

6:00 am-8:40 pm

3 stops30h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 2/9

10:30 pm-6:02 pm

3 stops27h 32m

$1,311

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Columbus to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus Airport to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Columbus Airport to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Istanbul in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated December 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways, Air Canada and Lufthansa from Columbus to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,129 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Istanbul round-trip?

    Delta, at $674, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Istanbul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Qatar Airways. Users have found that Delta is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Columbus to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Columbus to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Columbus to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Columbus Airport to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Columbus to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$708Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$813Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$818Average$1,088FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$916Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$939Average$1,147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,086Average$1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,107Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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