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Istanbul.$1,050 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Mon, 20 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,050, select.
Istanbul.$1,126 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,126, select.
Istanbul.$1,350 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Fri, 26 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,350, select.
Istanbul.$1,540 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Wed, 7 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,540, select.
Istanbul.$1,708 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Aug, returning Fri, 29 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,708, select.
Istanbul.$1,833 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,833, select.
Istanbul.$2,146 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,146, select.
Istanbul.$2,146 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,146, select.

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Columbus to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,050
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Istanbul is $1,050. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Columbus to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,050.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Columbus to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Istanbul is usually April.
If you're flying from Columbus, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $1,050.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Istanbul on Monday, 6 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Delta .

Travelling from Columbus to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Columbus's main base, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Columbus to Istanbul.

  • When planning your arrival in Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the major entry points.

  • Istanbul is seven hours ahead of Columbus and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your Columbus to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Getting away during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Istanbul

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Columbus to Istanbul flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Columbus to Istanbul across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Columbus to Istanbul.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Columbus to Istanbul flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Columbus to Istanbul flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

  • Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Columbus to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of John Glenn Columbus International Airport, data shows 79.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Columbus to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Columbus to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 55 minutes.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Columbus to Istanbul:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW will save you money.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Columbus to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.

  • Book a Columbus to Istanbul ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap flights from Columbus to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Columbus to Istanbul, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are highlights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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