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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Port Columbus to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.Rs106,779 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs106,779, select.
Istanbul.Rs110,019 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs110,019, select.
Istanbul.Rs119,083 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Port Columbus on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs119,083, select.
Istanbul.Rs130,647 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs130,647, select.
Istanbul.Rs144,581 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs144,581, select.
Istanbul.Rs161,986 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs161,986, select.
Istanbul.Rs171,210 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Port Columbus on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs171,210, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Port Columbus to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.
Feb
from Rs161,986
Mar
from Rs106,779
Apr
from Rs119,083
May
from Rs130,647
Jun
from Rs144,581
Jul
from Rs171,210
Aug
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Sep
from Rs110,019
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Alternative Port Columbus to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Port Columbus to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from Rs108,408
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from Rs106,779
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Columbus to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs106,779
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Port Columbus to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Port Columbus to Istanbul is Rs171,676. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Port Columbus to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs171,676.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Port Columbus to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Port Columbus to Istanbul is usually April.
If you're flying from Port Columbus Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from Rs171,676.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Columbus Airport to Istanbul on Sunday, 12 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Port Columbus Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is seven hours ahead of Columbus, where John Glenn Columbus International Airport is located.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your CMH to Istanbul flight.

  • Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from CMH to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

    • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The journey from central Columbus to CMH takes around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near CMH. Whether you're taking an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 79.5% of flights that leave from John Glenn Columbus International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.

How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Istanbul

  • Rs106,779 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is Rs171,676. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from CMH to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul ticket.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from CMH to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Book a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from CMH to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Central Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CMH to Istanbul flight:

  • Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make picking up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Istanbul in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMH to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from Columbus to Istanbul

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