Travelling from Istanbul to Columbus: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Columbus flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Disembark at Columbus's chief entry point, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).
Columbus is seven hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your Istanbul to Columbus flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Columbus
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Istanbul to Columbus flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Istanbul to Columbus flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Columbus, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 31 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to Columbus, kick back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
77% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is approximately 10 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 10 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to CMH if you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Columbus. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a John Glenn Columbus International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis to explore Columbus and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from John Glenn Columbus International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
Central Columbus is about 16 kilometres from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK). As soon as your flight from Istanbul to Columbus has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 25 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Best time to go to Columbus
April is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Columbus, while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Columbus based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Istanbul to Columbus tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Columbus, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Columbus around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Columbus
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Columbus, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Columbus:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are highlights which should feature on any good Columbus itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Columbus. Around 451 kilometres to the north-west, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Indianapolis is another standout destination in United States and is around 274 kilometres west of Columbus. No trip is complete without a visit to The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
