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$396+ Cheap flights 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 April 5, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/266:00 pm
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Wed 11/45:55 pm
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Deal found 3/31$637
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/285:40 pm
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Fri 5/86:00 am
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Deal found 3/31$650
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/292:15 pm
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Fri 5/86:00 am
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2 stops24h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$687
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3012:37 pm
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Mon 5/115:20 pm
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Delta
Deal found 3/31$688
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2812:37 pm
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2 stops31h 53m
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Sat 5/94:25 am
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2 stops25h 38m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$700
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2910:32 am
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2 stops22h 48m
Delta
Sat 5/96:00 am
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2 stops18h 13m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$737
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:04 am
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Tue 5/56:00 am
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Deal found 3/31$787
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:03 pm
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Sat 5/94:25 am
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Deal found 3/31$788
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:00 pm
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Tue 5/266:00 am
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Deal found 4/1$827
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/186:00 pm
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Deal found 4/4$828
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Tue 12/18:55 pm
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Lufthansa
Tue 12/86:30 am
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Lufthansa
Deal found 4/4$832
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/19:30 am
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Tue 12/88:50 am
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Deal found 4/3$971

Find flight deals from Columbus to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 April 5, 2026.

Round-trip from

$637
(Delta)

One-way from

$396
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$1,025
From Columbus to Istanbul
One-way flight from Columbus to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($279 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 5/5

6:00 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-8:59 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$827

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 5/5

6:00 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 5/24

6:00 am-6:52 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$887

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 5/12

3:02 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops18h 18m

Istanbul

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-9:33 pm

2 stops22h 33m

$977

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Fri 4/24

6:03 pm-1:20 am

2 stops24h 17m

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-9:50 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$987

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 5/9

4:59 pm-1:20 am

2 stops25h 21m

Istanbul

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$987

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Fri 5/8

8:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$987

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - SAW

CMHSAW

Columbus

Thu 4/30

9:30 am-8:15 pm

2 stops27h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 5/7

8:05 am-8:22 pm

2 stops19h 17m

$1,037

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 5/13

2:52 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops23h 33m

Istanbul

Mon 5/18

1:55 pm-3:22 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$1,139

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Fri 4/24

6:04 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop13h 46m

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

6:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop24h 29m

$1,257

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Mon 5/25

6:44 pm-1:20 am

2 stops23h 36m

Istanbul

Mon 6/15

4:25 am-5:49 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$1,262

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

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 2, 2026.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Istanbul. 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 Columbus to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Istanbul (average of $569). Flying from Columbus to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $996). 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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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 April 5, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Istanbul, such as Delta,Turkish Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

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

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  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Istanbul?

    Departing from Columbus to Istanbul will take you 19h 23m. There are 5409 mi between Columbus and Istanbul. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways ($573), American Airlines ($574), and Lufthansa ($630) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Istanbul. You may be able to fly from Columbus to Istanbul for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Istanbul (average of $569). Flying from Columbus to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $996). 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 April 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$573Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$574Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$587Average$1,013FlexibilityNo 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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