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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,504. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$1,085 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,085, select.

Istanbul.$1,086 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,086, select.

Istanbul.$1,096 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,096, select.

Istanbul.$1,098 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,098, select.

Istanbul.$1,180 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,180, select.

Istanbul.$1,184 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,184, select.

Istanbul.$1,200 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,200, select.

Istanbul.$1,288 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,288, select.

Istanbul.$1,504 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Tue, 14 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,504, select.

Istanbul.$1,738 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,738, select.

Istanbul.$1,778 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Fri, 14 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,778, select.

Istanbul.$1,920 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May, returning Sat, 15 May.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 15 May, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,920, select.

Istanbul.$2,147 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Sat, 20 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Jun, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,147, select.

Istanbul.$2,199 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Port Columbus.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,199, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Istanbul

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Columbus to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Columbus to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,085
Cheapest month to fly	December

Finding cheap flights from Columbus to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Columbus to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Columbus to Istanbul is $1,085. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Columbus to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Columbus to Istanbul. But we found flights with one stop from $1,085.

How many flights are there a week from Columbus to Istanbul?

As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Columbus to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Columbus to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Columbus to Istanbul is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Columbus to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Columbus to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Columbus and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Columbus to Istanbul with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Delta .

Travelling from Columbus to Istanbul Airport (IST): What you need to know

Istanbul is eight hours ahead of Columbus. Istanbul Airport is located in Istanbul, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Columbus to IST. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Going away during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Columbus to IST that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CMH and IST include:
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
- New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
CMH is about 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport:
77% of flights that depart John Glenn Columbus International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
The address for CMH is 4600 International Gateway.

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

You can arrive at LCK from the centre of Columbus in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to travel the 23 kilometres or so.
It's holiday time, so why not spend an extra night away at a hotel near Rickenbacker International Airport? Before your Columbus to IST flight, drop your bags at Best Western Canal Winchester Inn - Columbus South East.
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Rickenbacker International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75%.

About Istanbul Airport (IST)

Have a late flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near IST and shut your eyes sooner:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Columbus to Istanbul Airport flight.

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

From Istanbul Airport, central Istanbul is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 45 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Istanbul Airport (IST)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Istanbul Airport is $596. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,085. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Columbus to IST, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Columbus to Istanbul Airport tickets across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Columbus to IST.
Find a cheap flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Columbus to Istanbul Airport (IST)

It's time to decide when to book your flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport (IST). August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Columbus to IST plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Columbus to Istanbul Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Columbus to Istanbul Airport:
Your trip to Istanbul won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions that should be on your list include Hagia Sophia Museum, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 225 kilometres southeast to Eskisehir to tick off its leading attractions. From Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri to Archeological Museum and TÜRASAŞ Revolution Cars Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Where to next? Journey to Adapazarı. It's about 153 kilometres east of Istanbul and boasts highlights including Ağa Cami and Earthquake & Cultural Museum.