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Cheap flights from Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) to Istanbul (IST)

CMB — IST
Sep 5 — Sep 121
Fri 9/5
Fri 9/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Istanbul are usually found in May or July, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Colombo to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST). 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 August 31, 2025.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$707

Good round-trip deal

$1,027 or less

Good one-way deal

$620 or less
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 49 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 CMB to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Colombo 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 August 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 August 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air Arabia, and Qatar Airways from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport 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
3,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

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
3,317 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

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.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

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
7.4
Good
3,613 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,243 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,317 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $358. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Qatar Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $443 and $505, respectively. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Colombo 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 Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 4 airlines flying from Colombo to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Colombo 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 August 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$358Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$443Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$505Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air ArabiaCheapest$521Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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