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Find cheap flights from Colombo to Istanbul starting at $259.

Book one-way or return flights from Colombo to Istanbul from as little as $259. Choose from the popular airlines below and book your flight today!

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Find cheap airlines flights from Colombo to Istanbul

View airlines operating flights from Colombo to Istanbul. Compare prices, find the option that best suits your travel needs, and enjoy a comfortable journey with a trusted airline.

IndiGo
From $255
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
From $261
Air Arabia
From $265
Etihad Airways
From $284
SalamAir
From $351
Vistara
From $362
AirAsia
From $362
Jazeera Airways
From $364
Emirates
From $403
Flydubai
From $405
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Find cheap flights from Colombo to Istanbul by different airports

Discover different routes, airlines, and transfers and find the best alternative flights for your journey from Colombo to Istanbul.

  • Cheapest
    Etihad Airways
    CMB
    04:30
    30h 40m
    1 transfer
    SAW
    08:40
    Bandaranaike International Airport - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
    Sat, May 18Etihad Airways
    $284
  • IndiGo
    CMB
    13:50
    25h 35m
    2 transfer
    IST
    12:55
    Bandaranaike International Airport - Istanbul Airport
    Sat, May 11IndiGo
    $316
  • IndiGo
    CMB
    13:50
    25h 35m
    2 transfer
    IST
    12:55
    Bandaranaike International Airport - Istanbul Airport
    Sat, May 11IndiGo
    $316
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Colombo to Istanbul based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $691.
  • How long does it take to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 8 hours 25 minutes to fly from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?

    • The distance from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to downtown is about 30km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Airlines with flights from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST): Turkish Airlines.

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Colombo to Istanbul Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price

$259

Cheapest round-trip ticket price

$639

Off-season for travel

January

Peak season for travel

October

Flight distance

6,285.78km

Average flight time

8 hours 25 minutes

Popular airline

SriLankan Airlines