Find Cheap Flights from Colombo to Istanbul (CMB - IST)

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Useful information for finding cheap flights from Colombo to Istanbul and booking your next trip

Cheapest round-trip flights	$472	Air Arabia 1 stop 22 hr Thu, Feb 12 — Wed, Feb 25	The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul is currently $472
Cheapest one-way flight	$256	Air Arabia 1 stop 17 hr Wed, Nov 26	The cheapest one-way flight from Colombo to Istanbul is currently $256
Cheapest nonstop flights	$807	Turkish Airlines Nonstop 10 hr Mon, Jan 19 — Sun, Feb 1	The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul is currently $807
Last-minute weekend getaway	$469	Air Arabia 1 stop 22 hr Thu, Nov 20 — Mon, Nov 24	The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Colombo to Istanbul is currently $469
Cheapest business class flights	$2,066	Lufthansa, SriLankan 2 stops 26 hr Mon, Nov 24 — Mon, Dec 8	The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul is currently $2,066

Fastest flight	8 hr 45 min	The fastest nonstop flight from Colombo to Istanbul takes 8 hr 45 min
Nonstop flights	Every day	There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Istanbul is typically February. The most expensive month to fly is typically August.

February Cheapest	Typical prices: $445–530
August Most expensive	Typical prices: $520–690

Popular airlines from Colombo to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Nonstop

from $807

Typical price: $870–1,600

10 weekly nonstop flights

CMB - IST Every day
Qatar Airways

from $560

Typical price: $550–890

73 weekly connecting flights

CMB - IST, SAW Every day
flydubai

from $531

Typical price: $510–760

51 weekly connecting flights

CMB - IST, SAW Every day
Emirates

from $587

Typical price: $610–710

49 weekly connecting flights

CMB - IST Every day
Air Arabia

from $472

Typical price: $460–640

44 weekly connecting flights

CMB - IST, SAW Every day
Etihad

from $528

Typical price: $465–820

29 weekly connecting flights

CMB - IST Every day

Popular airports near Colombo

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Colombo Sri Lanka 40 min 17 mi
Koggala Air Force Base (KCT)

Koggala Sri Lanka 2 hr 18 min 71 mi
Weerawila Airport (WRZ)

Weerawila Sri Lanka 3 hr 38 min 105 mi
Sigiriya Airport (GIU)

Sigiriya Sri Lanka 3 hr 40 min 93 mi

Popular airports near Istanbul

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)

Istanbul Türkiye 1 hr 19 mi
Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Türkiye 46 min 21 mi
Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI)

Bursa Türkiye 2 hr 23 min 60 mi
Tekirdag Ataturk Corlu Airport (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Türkiye 1 hr 34 min 56 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Colombo to Istanbul

When are the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest flights from Colombo to Istanbul are usually in February. Typical ticket prices in February range from $445 to $530.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Air Arabia from $472. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Arabia from $256.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $807, flying from Jan 19 to Feb 1.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $560, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest flydubai flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $531, flying from Jan 30 to Feb 15.
The cheapest Emirates flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $587, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Air Arabia flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $472, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Etihad flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $528, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.

What are the cheapest flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul starts at $472 from Thu, Feb 12 to Wed, Feb 25. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $256 and departs on Wed, Nov 26.

How long does it take to fly from Colombo to Istanbul?

8 hr 45 min is the shortest flight time from Colombo to Istanbul.

When should you fly to Istanbul, Türkiye?

Istanbul is a year-round destination, though most visitors arrive May–Sep, when the weather is warm to hot and humid. Winters (Nov–Feb) are cold and wet, and often snowy. Local events include the International Istanbul Film Festival (Apr) and Istanbul Music Festival (Jun).

How do I find cheap dates to fly from Colombo to Istanbul?

It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Colombo to Istanbul.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

What is the best airline to fly from Colombo to Istanbul?

What counts as the best airline for your flights from Colombo to Istanbul really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Colombo to Istanbul.

In terms of nonstop flights, Turkish Airlines is the most popular. Turkish Airlines offers 10 nonstop flights per week. Turkish Airlines flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .

In terms of flights, Qatar Airways is the most popular. Qatar Airways offers 73 connecting flights per week. Qatar Airways flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) , Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) .

Other popular airlines flying from Colombo to Istanbul are:

flydubai offers 51 connecting flights per week. flydubai flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) , Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) .
Emirates offers 49 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .
Air Arabia offers 44 connecting flights per week. Air Arabia flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) , Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) .
Etihad offers 29 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Istanbul Airport (IST) .

The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Colombo and Istanbul.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest round-trip flight from Colombo to Istanbul recently found on Google Flights was with Air Arabia from $472. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air Arabia from $256.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:

The cheapest Turkish Airlines flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $807, flying from Jan 19 to Feb 1.
The cheapest Qatar Airways flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $560, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest flydubai flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $531, flying from Jan 30 to Feb 15.
The cheapest Emirates flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $587, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Air Arabia flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $472, flying from Feb 12 to Feb 25.
The cheapest Etihad flight from Colombo to Istanbul is $528, flying from Feb 5 to Feb 18.

Which airlines have direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines flies direct from Colombo to Istanbul.

There are 10 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Istanbul at price $469 is offered by Air Arabia from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

Which airlines have direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines flies direct from Colombo to Istanbul.

There are 10 Turkish Airlines direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul per week. Flights are available every day.

Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.

When are direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul available?

There are direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul on a daily basis.

What are the cheapest direct flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Colombo and Istanbul start at $807 from Mon, Jan 19 to Sun, Feb 1 with Turkish Airlines.

How can I find nonstop flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Colombo to Istanbul, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.

What are the cheapest business class flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Colombo and Istanbul start at $2,066 from Mon, Nov 24 to Mon, Dec 8 with Lufthansa, SriLankan.

What are the cheapest economy class flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Colombo and Istanbul start at $472 from Thu, Feb 12 to Wed, Feb 25.

How can I book business class trips from Colombo to Istanbul?

To book business class trips from Colombo to Istanbul, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.

Are there any last-minute deals from Colombo to Istanbul next weekend?

The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Colombo and Istanbul starts at $469 from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24 with Air Arabia.

Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Colombo to Istanbul?

The cheapest last-minute deal between Colombo and Istanbul at price $469 is offered by Air Arabia from Thu, Nov 20 to Mon, Nov 24.

How can I find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Istanbul?

To find last-minute flight deals from Colombo to Istanbul, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.