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

United Airlines and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Lufthansa, Delta and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Columbus according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 9 as of September 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.

$327 Cheap Flights from Columbus to Istanbul in 2025/26

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 $826 to $1,140. The lowest price recently found on this route was $630.

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3:05 pm - 5:45 pmCMH-IST

18h 40m2 stops

6:30 am - 6:07 pmIST-CMH

19h 37m2 stops

$630Lufthansa

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Tue, Nov 11 - Fri, Dec 5

3:05 pm - 10:45 pmCMH-IST

23h 40m2 stops

6:30 am - 6:07 pmIST-CMH

19h 37m2 stops

$631Lufthansa

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Tue, Nov 11 - Fri, Dec 5

5:59 pm - 3:50 amCMH-IST

25h 51m2 stops

4:50 am - 8:24 pmIST-CMH

23h 34m2 stops

$638Delta

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Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 24

3:05 pm - 6:05 pmCMH-IST

20h 00m2 stops

6:30 am - 11:44 pmIST-CMH

25h 14m2 stops

$640United Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5

9:30 am - 6:25 pmCMH-IST

24h 55m2 stops

8:50 am - 11:41 pmIST-CMH

22h 51m3 stops

$642Air Canada

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Tue, Nov 11 - Fri, Dec 5

9:04 am - 5:25 pmCMH-IST

25h 21m2 stops

6:45 pm - 5:38 pmIST-CMH

30h 53m2 stops

$645British Airways

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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5

5:00 pm - 3:50 amCMH-IST

27h 50m2 stops

4:50 am - 9:46 pmIST-CMH

24h 56m2 stops

$650Delta

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Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4

10:26 am - 6:05 pmCMH-IST

24h 39m2 stops

6:30 am - 9:30 amIST-CMH

35h 00m2 stops

$690United Airlines

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Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 7

4:34 pm - 1:10 amCMH-IST

25h 36m2 stops

8:10 am - 5:38 pmIST-CMH

17h 28m2 stops

$720British Airways

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Thu, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 7

9:30 am - 5:25 amCMH-IST

35h 55m2 stops

8:00 pm - 8:56 pmIST-CMH

56h 56m2 stops

$819Air Canada

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KLM flights from Columbus to Istanbul

Our best KLM deals on Columbus to Istanbul flight tickets

KLM

Feb 6

CMH6:00 pmColumbus

14h 55m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Feb 14

IST4:50 amIstanbul

21h 10m

2 stops

CMH6:00 pmColumbus

$725

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KLM

Nov 11

CMH6:39 pmColumbus

18h 41m

2 stops

SAW9:20 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Dec 7

SAW9:00 amIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

23h 02m

2 stops

CMH12:02 amColumbus

$727

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KLM

Dec 2

CMH6:21 pmColumbus

14h 34m

2 stops

IST4:55 pmIstanbul

Dec 5

IST5:55 pmIstanbul

31h 54m

2 stops

CMH5:49 pmColumbus

$733

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Lufthansa flights from Columbus to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on Columbus to Istanbul flight tickets

Lufthansa

Nov 11

CMH3:05 pmColumbus

18h 40m

2 stops

IST5:45 pmIstanbul

Dec 5

IST6:30 amIstanbul

19h 37m

2 stops

CMH6:07 pmColumbus

$630

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Lufthansa

Nov 11

CMH3:05 pmColumbus

23h 40m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Dec 5

IST6:30 amIstanbul

19h 37m

2 stops

CMH6:07 pmColumbus

$631

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Lufthansa

Nov 11

CMH3:05 pmColumbus

18h 40m

2 stops

IST5:45 pmIstanbul

Dec 7

IST6:30 amIstanbul

20h 33m

2 stops

CMH7:03 pmColumbus

$678

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CMHIST

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Tue 11/11

3:05 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

6:30 am-6:07 pm

2 stops19h 37m

$630

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CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 11/11

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

6:30 am-6:07 pm

2 stops19h 37m

$631

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 12/9

5:59 pm-3:50 am

2 stops25h 51m

Istanbul

Wed 12/24

4:50 am-8:24 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$638

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 10/29

3:05 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 11/5

6:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$640

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Tue 11/11

9:30 am-6:25 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

8:50 am-11:41 pm

3 stops22h 51m

$642

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 10/29

9:04 am-5:25 pm

2 stops25h 21m

Istanbul

Wed 11/5

6:45 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops30h 53m

$645

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Wed 10/29

5:00 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 11/4

4:50 am-9:46 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$650

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Thu 10/30

10:26 am-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 39m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

6:30 am-9:30 am

2 stops35h 00m

$690

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Thu 10/30

4:34 pm-1:10 am

2 stops25h 36m

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

8:10 am-5:38 pm

2 stops17h 28m

$720

ColumbusIstanbul

CMH - IST

CMHIST

Columbus

Sat 12/13

9:30 am-5:25 am

2 stops35h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 1/11

8:00 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops56h 56m

$819

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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 March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $872.

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 $1,036 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 $801 on momondo.

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How far is Columbus to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between Columbus and Istanbul is about 5395.8 mi. 14h 34m 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 9 as of September 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

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $634	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,974 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $662	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,421 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $669	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,391 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $679	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,387 reviews	Search KLM flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $686	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $808	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $949	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,626 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,324	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,977 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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