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

CMB — IST
nov. 15 — nov. 221
sáb. 11/15
sáb. 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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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 octubre 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$489

Good round-trip deal

$762 or less

Good one-way deal

$488 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Colombo to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Colombo to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $358). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $491). 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 octubre 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 51% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 octubre 16, 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
3,375 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,375 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,375 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
51 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,375 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,652 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,375 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,280 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,375 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Colombo 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 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 $440. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Air Arabia, with the lowest prices starting at $443 and $465, respectively. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 15% 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?

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  • 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $358). Flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $491). 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 octubre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$440Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$443Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air ArabiaCheapest$465Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$513Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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