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$267+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — IST
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, 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 (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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$638
(Ovago)

One-way from

$267
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$956
From Columbus to Istanbul
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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 August 18, 2025.

This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:33 pmCMH - IST
2 stops18h 52mBritish Airways
Thu 11/207:35 amIST - CMH
2 stops19h 38mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/15$638
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/278:33 pmCMH - IST
2 stops20h 32mBritish Airways
Sat 11/87:35 amIST - CMH
2 stops20h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/17$687
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/74:00 pmCMH - IST
2 stops17h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 12/148:20 amIST - CMH
2 stops21h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/18$688
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/11:15 pmCMH - IST
2 stops20h 15mBritish Airways
Sat 12/207:35 amIST - CMH
2 stops21h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/16$692
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/164:09 pmCMH - IST
2 stops20h 16mBritish Airways
Sat 11/12:55 pmIST - CMH
2 stops29h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/16$737
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/134:23 pmCMH - IST
2 stops17h 02mBritish Airways
Sun 12/218:20 amIST - CMH
2 stops21h 48mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/17$738
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 12/25:30 pmCMH - IST
2 stops15h 25mKLM
Thu 12/44:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops21h 09mKLM
Deal found 8/17$768
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/272:37 pmCMH - IST
2 stops30h 13mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/11:55 pmIST - CMH
2 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$802
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2812:31 pmCMH - IST
2 stops32h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/17:00 amIST - CMH
2 stops31h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$814
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:20 pmCMH - IST
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/194:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops21h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$821
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sun 12/75:05 pmCMH - IST
2 stops15h 50mKLM
Sat 12/134:50 amIST - CMH
2 stops21h 09mKLM
Deal found 8/18$823

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 11/12

2:33 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 52m

Istanbul

Thu 11/20

7:35 am-7:13 pm

2 stops19h 38m

$638

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Mon 10/27

8:33 pm-12:05 am

2 stops20h 32m

Istanbul

Sat 11/8

7:35 am-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 00m

$687

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 11/5

7:27 pm-12:25 am

2 stops20h 58m

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

6:40 pm-5:59 pm

2 stops31h 19m

$688

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sun 12/7

3:42 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 43m

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

8:20 am-10:06 pm

2 stops21h 46m

$688

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Mon 12/1

1:15 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 12/20

7:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops21h 40m

$692

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Thu 10/16

4:09 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops20h 16m

Istanbul

Sat 11/1

2:55 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops29h 27m

$737

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 12/13

5:05 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 12/21

8:20 am-10:08 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$738

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 12/2

6:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 12/4

4:50 am-5:59 pm

2 stops21h 09m

$768

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 10/18

8:42 am-3:50 am

2 stops36h 08m

$267

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 10/15

12:32 pm-3:50 am

2 stops32h 18m

$317

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

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 August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 83 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Columbus 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 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 August 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport?

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 Airport 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.

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 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish 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
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,277 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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 British Airways fly from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport in about 18h 52m. 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, Delta ($634), American Airlines ($668), and British Airways ($669) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that Delta is 39% 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Columbus 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 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$634Average$1,027FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$668Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$669Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$808Average$1,286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$854Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$884Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$949Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,324Average$1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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