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$404+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Istanbul

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CMH — IST
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$668
(oojo)

One-way from

$520
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$977
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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 January 21, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/196:22 amCMH - SAW
2 stops24h 23mBritish Airways
Tue 2/253:50 pmSAW - CMH
2 stops34h 39mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/20$665
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/186:00 pmCMH - IST
2 stops23h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 2/257:35 amIST - CMH
2 stops23h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$668
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:03 amCMH - IST
2 stops26h 52mDelta
Tue 3/185:55 pmIST - CMH
2 stops35h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/21$776
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1910:28 amCMH - SAW
3 stops20h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/253:50 pmSAW - CMH
2 stops34h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$834
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/35:12 pmCMH - IST
1 stop16h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/911:55 pmIST - CMH
2 stops42h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$882
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 1/2110:16 amCMH - SAW
2 stops35h 54mQatar Airways
Tue 1/288:10 pmSAW - CMH
2 stops29h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/20$953
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sun 4/206:39 pmCMH - IST
2 stops28h 31mQatar Airways
Wed 4/308:05 pmIST - CMH
2 stops32h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/20$958
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/52:50 pmCMH - IST
2 stops19h 15mLufthansa
Wed 2/126:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops24h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/21$960
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/62:15 pmCMH - IST
2 stops19h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/146:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops24h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$1,045
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 1/2810:33 amCMH - IST
3 stops23h 32mAir Canada
Mon 2/38:40 amIST - CMH
3 stops22h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 1/21$1,084
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:05 pmCMH - SAW
2 stops16h 20mKLM
Wed 3/199:00 amSAW - CMH
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Deal found 1/21$1,525

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 January 21, 2025.

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CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Wed 2/19

6:22 am-2:45 pm

2 stops24h 23m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 2/25

3:50 pm-6:29 pm

2 stops34h 39m

$665

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 2/18

6:00 pm-1:10 am

2 stops23h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 2/25

7:35 am-10:45 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$668

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 3/12

7:03 am-4:55 pm

2 stops26h 52m

Istanbul

Tue 3/18

5:55 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops35h 31m

$776

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Wed 2/19

10:28 am-2:45 pm

3 stops20h 17m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 2/25

3:50 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops34h 46m

$834

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Mon 2/3

5:12 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop16h 43m

Istanbul

Sun 3/9

11:55 pm-11:38 am

2 stops42h 43m

$882

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Mon 2/3

10:16 am-12:25 pm

2 stops42h 09m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 3/9

8:10 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops33h 19m

$955

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sun 4/20

6:39 pm-6:10 am

2 stops28h 31m

Istanbul

Wed 4/30

8:05 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 50m

$958

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 2/5

2:50 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 2/12

6:50 am-11:00 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$960

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Thu 2/6

2:15 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 2/14

6:50 am-11:36 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$1,045

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 3/4

2:58 pm-6:20 pm

3 stops19h 22m

Istanbul

Tue 3/18

6:50 am-11:36 pm

3 stops23h 46m

$1,139

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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 January 17, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.

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 January 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Qatar Airways 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,633 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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?

    British Airways, at $668, was found to be the cheapest airline from Columbus Airport to Istanbul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Qatar Airways. Users have found that British Airways 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$708Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$719Average$950FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$778Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$854Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$903Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,086Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,107Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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