What is the cheapest airline that flies from Columbus to Istanbul?

KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Delta, Lufthansa and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Columbus according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from Columbus to Istanbul were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Istanbul?

The number of operators available for flights from Columbus to Istanbul is 8 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$236 Cheap Flights from Columbus to Istanbul in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Istanbul?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $800 to $1,275. The lowest price recently found on this route was $637.

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6:02 pm - 12:25 amCMH-IST

22h 23m2 stops

7:35 am - 9:40 pmIST-CMH

22h 05m2 stops

$637British Airways

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mié., dic. 31 - jue., feb. 26

4:00 pm - 5:25 pmCMH-IST

17h 25m2 stops

9:20 pm - 5:48 pmIST-CMH

28h 28m2 stops

$686British Airways

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dom., dic. 7 - dom., dic. 14

4:00 pm - 5:25 pmCMH-IST

17h 25m2 stops

9:20 pm - 5:48 pmIST-CMH

28h 28m2 stops

$687British Airways

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dom., dic. 7 - dom., dic. 14

6:02 pm - 1:10 amCMH-IST

23h 08m2 stops

8:20 am - 10:43 pmIST-CMH

22h 23m2 stops

$737British Airways

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sáb., dic. 13 - dom., dic. 21

6:44 pm - 3:25 amCMH-IST

25h 41m2 stops

4:20 am - 11:54 pmIST-CMH

26h 34m2 stops

$832Delta

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lun., sep. 15 - mar., sep. 30

1:22 pm - 6:05 pmCMH-IST

20h 43m3 stops

6:30 am - 8:56 pmIST-CMH

22h 26m2 stops

$859United Airlines

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mié., dic. 31 - jue., feb. 26

4:15 pm - 11:40 pmCMH-IST

24h 25m2 stops

8:25 pm - 3:33 pmIST-CMH

26h 08m2 stops

$888Air Canada

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vie., oct. 10 - lun., oct. 20

6:44 pm - 3:25 amCMH-IST

25h 41m2 stops

4:20 am - 10:54 pmIST-CMH

25h 34m2 stops

$893Delta

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mié., oct. 1 - sáb., oct. 11

9:30 am - 10:20 pmCMH-IST

28h 50m2 stops

8:50 am - 11:41 pmIST-CMH

22h 51m3 stops

$901Air Canada

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vie., nov. 7 - lun., nov. 17

2:20 pm - 6:05 pmCMH-IST

19h 45m2 stops

6:30 am - 8:39 pmIST-CMH

22h 09m2 stops

$1,131Lufthansa

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Delta flights from Columbus to Istanbul

Our best Delta deals on Columbus to Istanbul flight tickets

Delta

Sep 15

CMH6:44 pmColumbus

25h 41m

2 stops

IST3:25 amIstanbul

Sep 30

IST4:20 amIstanbul

26h 34m

2 stops

CMH11:54 pmColumbus

$832

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Delta

Oct 1

CMH6:44 pmColumbus

25h 41m

2 stops

IST3:25 amIstanbul

Oct 11

IST4:20 amIstanbul

25h 34m

2 stops

CMH10:54 pmColumbus

$893

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Delta

Aug 3

CMH6:38 pmColumbus

25h 47m

2 stops

IST3:25 amIstanbul

Aug 12

IST5:05 pmIstanbul

32h 00m

2 stops

CMH6:05 pmColumbus

$1,098

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KLM flights from Columbus to Istanbul

Our best KLM deals on Columbus to Istanbul flight tickets

KLM

Dec 2

CMH6:00 pmColumbus

14h 55m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Dec 4

IST4:50 amIstanbul

21h 09m

2 stops

CMH5:59 pmColumbus

$768

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KLM

Nov 7

CMH2:13 pmColumbus

18h 42m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Nov 16

IST4:50 amIstanbul

21h 09m

2 stops

CMH5:59 pmColumbus

$769

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KLM

Dec 7

CMH5:05 pmColumbus

15h 50m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Dec 13

IST4:50 amIstanbul

21h 09m

2 stops

CMH5:59 pmColumbus

$822

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ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

mié. 12/31

6:02 pm-12:25 am

2 stops22h 23m

Istanbul

jue. 2/26

7:35 am-9:40 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$637

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

dom. 12/7

4:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Istanbul

dom. 12/14

9:20 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops28h 28m

$686

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

dom. 12/7

4:00 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Istanbul

dom. 12/14

9:20 pm-5:48 pm

2 stops28h 28m

$687

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

sáb. 12/13

6:02 pm-1:10 am

2 stops23h 08m

Istanbul

dom. 12/21

8:20 am-10:43 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$737

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

lun. 9/15

6:44 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 41m

Istanbul

mar. 9/30

4:20 am-11:54 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$832

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

mié. 12/31

1:22 pm-6:05 pm

3 stops20h 43m

Istanbul

jue. 2/26

6:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops22h 26m

$859

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

vie. 10/10

4:15 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul

lun. 10/20

8:25 pm-3:33 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$888

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

mié. 10/1

6:44 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 41m

Istanbul

sáb. 10/11

4:20 am-10:54 pm

2 stops25h 34m

$893

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

vie. 11/7

9:30 am-10:20 pm

2 stops28h 50m

Istanbul

lun. 11/17

8:50 am-11:41 pm

3 stops22h 51m

$901

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

vie. 11/21

2:20 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

sáb. 11/29

6:30 am-8:39 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$1,131

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Columbus to Istanbul

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $865. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of November, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $881.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from Columbus to Istanbul is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $916. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Thursday is $1,308.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the afternoon. Flights from Columbus to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $1,107. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,210 on average. Flights to Istanbul from Columbus in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,055 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Columbus for as low as $850 on momondo.

Cheap Columbus to Istanbul flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Columbus to Istanbul

Best Price Found	$236
Fastest flight time	13h 27m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Columbus in the past 72 hours is $236. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $637.

The fastest flight from Columbus to Istanbul takes 13h 27m

There are no direct flights from Columbus to Istanbul. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Columbus Airport - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Columbus Airport - Istanbul Airport.

There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

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How far is Columbus to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between Columbus and Istanbul is about 5395.8 mi. 13h 27m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from Columbus to Istanbul were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Istanbul?
The number of operators available for flights from Columbus to Istanbul is 8 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Columbus to Istanbul

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Columbus to Istanbul with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $634	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $668	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $669	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,222 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $808	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,851 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $854	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,367	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,933 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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