CMH - IST

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Cheapest round-trip
$793
Typical prices: $582-$982
Lufthansa
Mon 1/11Wed 1/13
CMH - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$389
Overall average: $791
United Airlines
Sun 11/1
CMH - IST • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus and Istanbul. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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When to book
5 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 34% price drop
April
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Istanbul (CMH-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Istanbul

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 13
Lufthansa Logo
1:15 pm - 2:50 am
CMH
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IST
29h 35m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:30 am - 10:21 pm
IST
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CMH
25h 51m
2 stops
$793Lufthansa
Sun, Jan 10 - Thu, Jan 28
Lufthansa Logo
1:15 pm - 2:50 am
CMH
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IST
29h 35m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
4:30 am - 8:41 pm
IST
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CMH
24h 11m
2 stops
$806Lufthansa
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:50 am
CMH
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IST
24h 00m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 9:12 pm
IST
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CMH
17h 42m
2 stops
$844Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:05 am
CMH
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IST
23h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:12 pm
IST
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CMH
22h 42m
2 stops
$872Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
5:42 pm - 8:20 pm
CMH
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IST
19h 38m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 5:55 pm
IST
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CMH
18h 20m
2 stops
$877American Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
4:02 pm - 10:45 pm
CMH
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IST
22h 43m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:44 pm
IST
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CMH
25h 14m
2 stops
$878United Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
4:02 pm - 10:45 pm
CMH
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IST
22h 43m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:40 pm
IST
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CMH
25h 10m
2 stops
$878United Airlines
Sun, Jan 3 - Sun, Jan 10
British Airways Logo
1:01 pm - 5:25 pm
CMH
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IST
20h 24m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:20 am - 7:59 pm
IST
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CMH
19h 39m
2 stops
$879British Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 29
Air Canada Logo
2:15 pm - 1:00 pm
CMH
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IST
15h 45m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
5:40 am - 1:31 pm
IST
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CMH
38h 51m
2 stops
$908Air Canada
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 9
British Airways Logo
7:00 am - 2:20 pm
CMH
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IST
23h 20m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 4:50 pm
IST
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CMH
30h 10m
2 stops
$962British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Columbus to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport departing in January.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from Columbus Airport usually cost between $952 and $1,153 in January.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $793 on Lufthansa (Jan 11-Jan 13).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport is December, where tickets cost $688 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,635 and $1,433 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$389
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Columbus to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbus to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Columbus to Istanbul Airport flights

  • Which airline(s) among those flying from Columbus to Istanbul Airport should I book when flying with kid?

    The airlines highly rated among those traveling with children from Columbus to Istanbul Airport is American Airlines. One of the things parents traveling with their children often appreciate is the airline's priority boarding and deplaning policy. Additionally, American Airlines is well known for its roomy seats throughout all of its cabins.

  • How eco-friendly are flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    Since nearly all airlines have appropriate initiatives targeted at minimizing their carbon pollution, you will almost surely fly with an eco-friendly carrier when traveling from Columbus to Istanbul Airport. Due to their purposeful efforts to have all of their aircraft engines be fuel-efficient, Turkish Airlines and American carriers lead the list of environmentally friendly carriers along this route.

  • What are the common layover airports for flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular layover airports for flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport include Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), and Washington D.C. Dulles International Airport (IAD). For instance, United Airlines’ flights have IAD as the layover airport while Turkish Airlines' flights have ORD as the layover airport.

  • Which other cities can I connect to from Istanbul Airport?

    When you book a flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport, you will have a chance to connect to number of cities in Turkey served by IST. Bursa and Edirne are two of the cities that many visitors landing at Istanbul Airport tend to connect to upon landing. Rental cars prove a flexible means of transport from IST to any of these cities.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport was $389 for a one-way ticket and $793 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Columbus and Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Istanbul Airport from Columbus.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Columbus and Istanbul Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Columbus to Istanbul, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Columbus to Istanbul are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $1,152 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $991 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Columbus is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Columbus with another airline. Booking your flights between Columbus and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Columbus up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Columbus Airport to Istanbul Airport

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) serves as the only departure airport for the majority of flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport (IST). You can take a bus or a taxi to travel to CMH to catch up with your flight to IST, depending on your schedule and financial constraints.
  • The advantages of booking Turkish Airlines, which uses IST as its hub, are several. One of the most important of these advantages is that you can always count on a flight from Columbus to land at this airport. This is due to Turkish Airlines' frequent daily flights between CMH and IST.
  • Every airline operating flights between Columbus and Istanbul Airport makes one or more stops en route. Due to the low demand for those flights that make two or more stops, they are often less expensive than those that only make one stop.
  • The pet-friendly policies of all the airlines that fly from Columbus to Istanbul Airport, make it simpler for passengers who want to bring their four-legged companions. Among the airlines that fly this route, Turkish Airlines boasts some of the lowest pet-travel costs. As long as your pet weighs no more than 17 lbs., you are permitted to fly with United Airlines.
  • By taking advantage of United Airlines' economy to first class upgrade offer, you may fly first class from Columbus to Istanbul Airport for less money. Several airlines participate in this offer by allowing passengers who have reserved economy to upgrade to first class by paying a small additional cost for their ticket.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Columbus to Istanbul

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Columbus (CMH)
Istanbul (IST)