Flying from Istanbul to Columbus: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Columbus. Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Come in for landing at Port Columbus Airport (CMH), the primary gateway of Columbus.
The timezone in Columbus is UTC-5, which is eight hours behind Istanbul.
To ensure you board your Istanbul to Columbus flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Columbus
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Istanbul to Columbus flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Istanbul to Columbus across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Istanbul to Columbus by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Istanbul to Columbus flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
We make it a breeze to find a Istanbul to Columbus flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
Located around 32 kilometers from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Columbus, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 31 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Columbus, kick back in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Airport:
68% of flights departing Istanbul Sabiha Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Arriving in Columbus
Port Columbus Airport (CMH)
The distance from Port Columbus Airport (CMH) to central Columbus is approximately 10 kilometers. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near CMH if you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Columbus. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Port Columbus Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Budget or Avis and venture far and wide through Columbus and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Port Columbus Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your date of travel.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK)
As soon as your flight from Istanbul to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 25 minutes by car. Central Columbus is roughly 16 kilometers from Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Relax and unpack not long after your flight from Istanbul to Columbus at Baymont by Wyndham Columbus/Rickenbacker. This comfy accommodation option is a short drive from LCK.
Best time to go to Columbus
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Columbus. To escape the crowds, go to Columbus in March.
Lock in a Istanbul to Columbus ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Columbus to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Columbus in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
More about Columbus
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Columbus, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Columbus:
Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens and Columbus Park of Roses are a couple of big attractions to put on your Columbus travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ohio Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometers northwest of Columbus, a visit to Chicago will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Indianapolis is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometers west of Columbus. No journey is complete without experiencing Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
