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Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Istanbul (IST)

CMH — IST
may. 9 — may. 161
sáb. 5/9
sáb. 5/16
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 abril 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$763
(Delta)

One-way from

$506
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,023
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($233 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Columbus to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Columbus 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 Columbus Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 3, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $568). Flying from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $986). 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.

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 abril 9, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andTurkish Airlines from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,554 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,302 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,900 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,864 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,392 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport in about 26h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Columbus Airport and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 5370 mi.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways ($573), American Airlines ($574), and Lufthansa ($630) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that British Airways is 41% 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 Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $568). Flying from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $986). 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 8 airlines flying from Columbus to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 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 abril 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$573Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$574Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$630Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$635Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$688Average$1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$734Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$759Average$1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,321Average$1,765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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