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Arrival Airports

One Way Price

$472 $2,100

Duration

9 h 10 m 34 h 30 m

Stops From Colombo

Departure From Colombo

Before 6 AM

USD 491

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 491

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 607

After 6 PM

USD 472

Arrival at Istanbul

Before 6 AM

USD 534

6 AM - 12 PM

USD 491

12 PM - 6 PM

USD 472

After 6 PM

USD 534

Alliances & Airlines

Oneworld

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SkyTeam

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Star Alliance

( 14 )

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Layover Airports

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Layover Duration

50 m 20 h 30 m

Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST) Cheap Flights

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Srilankan Airlines, Kuwait Airways

USD 472

Re Check-in of Baggage required

Colombo to Istanbul , 5 Mar

Srilankan Airlines UL | 229

18:15

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

05 h 35 m

21:20

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Terminal T1

Kuwait, Kuwait

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Kuwait Airways KU | 155

09:00

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Terminal T4

Kuwait, Kuwait

03 h 45 m

12:45

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Istanbul, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change

Fare Option 1

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
30 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 140
Date Change Fee starting
USD 130

USD 472

Etihad Airways

More Timing Options

USD 491

Colombo to Istanbul , 5 Mar

Etihad Airways EY | 395

04:20

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

04 h 50 m

07:40

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Etihad Airways EY | 541

09:15

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

05 h 05 m

13:20

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Istanbul, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy basic

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
Hand baggage only
Non-refundable fare
Not allowed
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 491

Economy value

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
25 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 230
Date Change Fee starting
USD 470
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 514

Economy comfort

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
30 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 150
Date Change Fee starting
USD 375
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 538

Economy deluxe

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
40 kg
No airline cancellation fee
Date Change Fee starting
USD 300
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 561

Srilankan Airlines, Kuwait Airways

USD 495

Re Check-in of Baggage required

Colombo to Istanbul-Sabiha Gokcen , 5 Mar

Srilankan Airlines UL | 229

18:15

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

05 h 35 m

21:20

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Terminal T1

Kuwait, Kuwait

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Kuwait Airways KU | 157

09:40

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Terminal T4

Kuwait, Kuwait

03 h 50 m

13:30

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Istanbul-Sabiha Gokcen, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change

Fare Option 1

Fare offered by airlines.

7 kg
30 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 140
Date Change Fee starting
USD 130

USD 495

Emirates

USD 534

Colombo to Istanbul , 5 Mar

Emirates EK | 653

20:15

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

01 h 40 m

21:25

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Male, Maldives

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Emirates EK | 2249 | Operated By Flydubai

10:05

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Male, Maldives

04 h 35 m

13:40

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Terminal T3

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Emirates EK | 117

17:45

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Terminal T3

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

05 h 10 m

21:55

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Istanbul, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Seat Meal

Economy Saver

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
25 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 100
Date Change Fee starting
USD 50
Chargeable
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 534

Economy Flex

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
30 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 60
Date Change Fee starting
USD 40
Chargeable
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 765

Economy Flex Plus

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
35 kg
No airline cancellation fee
Free date change allowed
Chargeable
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 1,712

Etihad Airways

USD 547

Colombo to Istanbul , 5 Mar

Etihad Airways EY | 397

21:40

Wed, 5 Mar 25

Colombo, Sri Lanka

04 h 45 m

00:55

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

Etihad Airways EY | 543

02:20

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Terminal A

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

05 h 10 m

06:30

Thu, 6 Mar 25

Istanbul, Turkey

BAGGAGE : CHECK INCABIN

Information not available

FARES
Cabin bag Check-in Cancellation Date Change Meal

Economy basic

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
Hand baggage only
Non-refundable fare
Not allowed
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 547

Economy value

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
25 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 230
Date Change Fee starting
USD 470
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 570

Economy comfort

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
30 kg
Cancellation Fee starting
USD 150
Date Change Fee starting
USD 375
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 594

Economy deluxe

Fare offered by airline.

7 kg
40 kg
No airline cancellation fee
Date Change Fee starting
USD 300
Complimentary meals (No meal will be served if flight duration is less than 2 hours)

USD 617

Colombo to Istanbul Flights Information:-

Looking for Colombo to Istanbul Flight? Here’s all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Istanbul is Ataturk and the IATA code for the same is IST.
Currently, there are 12 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 58 flights take off from Colombo to Istanbul every week.

Need information on Colombo to Istanbul airfare?

The minimum airfare for a Colombo to Istanbul flight would be 472, which may go up to 2047 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you book a round-trip, since it always works out to be more economical.

Flight Details for Colombo to Istanbul

If you are looking for Colombo to Istanbul flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are EgyptAir, Flydubai, Kuwait Airways, Air India, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Srilankan Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways. Out of these, only 1 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cost lesser than direct flights.

The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:EgyptAir: 8, Flydubai: 8, Kuwait Airways: 8, Air India: 8, Singapore Airlines: 8, Thai Airways: 8, Srilankan Airlines: 8, Emirates: 8, Qatar Airways: 8, Malaysia Airlines: 8, Turkish Airlines: 8, Etihad Airways: 8

To board the first Colombo to Istanbul flight, choose Malaysia Airlines, which departs at 00:40 The last flight for this route is Flydubai, departing at 23:00

Istanbul Airport Information

Ataturk

About Colombo (CMB)

Colombo is one of the finest cities in Sri Lanka. Being the largest city in the terms of population, Colombo is also the commercial and financial heart of the country. The warm hospitality and deep rooted culture will surely grab your attention and offer you a pleasant stay here. The natural surroundings, fascinating beaches and long standing palm trees add a touch of excitement in your life while moving in and around the city with your loved ones. Colombo is also a tourist hub of the country as it has a number of attractions which not only attract travelers of neighboring countries but also from different corner of the world. Here, you will find vast historical past which makes it a multi-ethnic as well as multi-cultural city. The scenic charm of this magnificent metropolis will offer peace to the mind and pleasure to the heart. The Fort, Pettah, Galle Face Green, Slave Island, Mount Lavinia, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Dehiwala Zoo, National Museum, The Viharamahadevi Park, Wolvendaal Church, and Hindu Temples are some of the best places of this city where you can enjoy a fabulous time. All these attractions will give you an excellent blend of its present and past. Don't forget to have an evening walk with your beloved at Beach Waadiya. It will be an amazing to see the sunset evening at this beach. The sea cuisines give you a lip smacking taste. The beach side resorts and Colombo's hotels are quite famous for their ultra modern amenities. Tourists love to visit this part of the country during the tome of winter as the summers are quite hot and humid. From the months of October to January, the climate remains pleasant. The best thing about this alluring and tempting city is that it is well connected to all the major parts of the world. All the leading airlines land their flights here. MakeMyTrip.com, a leading online travel portal of India, offers you some of the best deals on your Colombo tour packages. To book your Colombo flights or hotels, you just need to follow few steps on this portal. It is quite easy to book your entire package here.

Important Information about Colombo to Istanbul Flight

Lowest Fare to Travel with Date $ - 06 Mar
Total flights from Colombo to Istanbul in a week 58 Flights
First Flight Malaysia Airlines, departs at 00:40
Last Flight Flydubai, departs at 23:00
Non-Stop Flights from Colombo to Istanbul 1
Airport Name & codes of Colombo & Istanbul Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, Colombo-CMB, Ataturk,Istanbul-IST

Colombo Address

Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Tel: 197 33 2424 (General Information) | 197 33 1377/2377 (Flight Information)

About Istanbul (IST)

Tagged as the most populous city of Turkey, Istanbul is a city enriched with ample amount of cultural and traditional values. It is also considered as the cultural and financial hub of the country. Situated on both sides by Bosphorous, the city is estimated to be populated with around 19milliion people. It was among the top list of the European Capitals of Culture in 2010. The weather condition of the city is temperate with an oceanic climate. The summers are hot and humid; while the winters are comparatively cold, wet and snowy. You can easily reach the place with access to the Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport, or can also opt for other mediums, such as bus, boat and cars. While roaming through the streets and passages of the city, avoid places that are not mentioned on the map properly. If you plan to stay back at Istanbul for more than a day, then carrying 'Istanbulkart' is a good idea. Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Sultanahmet Mosque , and Basilica Cistern are places to quickly hunt for, as they count among the list of ancient heritage and religious places of Istanbul. Istanbul is enormously popular for their regional hamam's and hookahs (Nargile), and it should be on the must-do list of every visitor. You can also visit various regional museums and can walk through the historic pavements of the city with your loved ones. For shopping purposes, Istanbul is a fabulous place to be. You can shop from the local markets and get a rooted essence of the city and can shop for Turkish Delight, Turkish Tea, Rugs and Killims and Chalcedony. With par class dining arrangements and numerous delectable food joints, Istanbul serves their visitors a warm delicious welcome. With MakeMyTrip, you can easily handle your ticket booking queries with ease and can also avail discounts on your different deals. The customer friendly approach of the website allows everyone to pick and select the options according to their own choice and requirement. With budget-friendly deals and offers, MakeMyTrip assures their customers full satisfaction and allows them to have fun on the trip.

Istanbul Address

Frequently Asked Questions - Colombo to Istanbul Flights

Is passport mandatory to travel from Colombo to Istanbul?

When making an international trip, passport is mandatory as it defines your identity to the other nation officials. The VISA norms may differ from country to country, which means some would allow Visa on arrival and others may require you to obtain visa in advance. But the availability of passport is mandatory at the time of departure and arrival as well.

Can I cancel my ticket from Colombo to Istanbul without cancellation charges?

To avoid cancellation charges on your air tickets, you need to make a selection at the time of booking for ZERO cancellation. Please note, the zero cancellation facility is chargeable with minimum amount and can help you save a lot at the time sudden cancellations.

Can I find cheap accommodation near to airport when travelling from Colombo to Istanbul?

There are several accommodation options available near the Ataturk. You can check for both budget friendly and well as five star accommodation near the airport depending on your requirement and budget. These hotels are mostly suitable for business travellers.

Which airlines offer cheapest airfare from Colombo to Istanbul?

There is no set pricing for airlines to offer cheap flight fare from Colombo to Istanbul. These fares are mostly decided on the basis of algorithms followed by air carriers to final the prizing based on demand. However, some multiple route flights with stop-overs offer cheap flights as compared to direct flight departing from Colombo to Istanbul.

What is the best time to book cheap flight tickets from Colombo to Istanbul?

To get cheap flight tickets from Colombo to Istanbul, the best time would be to plan your trip during the off season. At that time the flight tickets are usually cheaper than the peak season and the accommodation booking is also available at the affordable price. The other way of booking cheap flight tickets from Colombo (CMB) to Istanbul (IST) is to book atleast 4 weeks in advance before your departure date to get competitive pricing on your tickets even during the peak season.

Is there a way to make flexible departure date bookings for your Colombo to Istanbul flight tickets?

Some travel portals like MakeMyTrip offer flexible departure and arrival booking option with certain air carrier when booking from Colombo to Istanbul. You can check the flexible booking flight options once you get the results filters based on your search and make the booking accordingly. Please note, some airlines make charge extra for flexible travel dates.

How do MakeMyTrip finds the lowest available dare for flights from Colombo to Istanbul?

MakeMyTrip is a popular travel portal that also works as a travel search engine that allows you to see best available results for your flight search. Every time you make search for flights to any destination, the MMT algorithm picks all the available air carriers for the route and filter rates basis on the cheapest fare available in their system. At MMT, you can not only search flights on the basis of the fare, but you can also see which flight offers direct route, which has multiple stop-overs, baggage allowance, in-flight meal options, cancellation policy, etc. You can also check available discounts offered by payments partners and air carriers when booking the flight.

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