Flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Traveling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between CMH and IST:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
C$493 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. A return flight starts from C$929. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap flight tickets from CMH to IST. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flight tickets from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across the entire month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap flight tickets from CMH to IST every day.
Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
John Glenn Columbus International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CMH:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the center driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMH to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from CMH to IST:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Istanbul vacation.