Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport from £199
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — CMB
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Colombo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Colombo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2026.
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Best flights from Istanbul to Colombo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to Colombo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo
Explore direct flight options from Istanbul to Colombo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Last-minute flights from Istanbul to Colombo
Discover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to Colombo. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 3/1114:05 -
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One-way flights from Istanbul to Colombo
Search for one-way flight options from Istanbul to Colombo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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Deal found 28/10£199
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Find flight deals from Istanbul to Colombo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Colombo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Wed 6/1
14:30-07:20
1 stop14h 20m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£199
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Sat 19/12
18:30-03:50
1 stop30h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£235
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Wed 6/1
21:35-01:50
2 stops25h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£301
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Mon 8/2
06:30-09:45
2 stops24h 45m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£301
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Wed 3/3
16:20-09:45
2 stops14h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£301
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Wed 18/11
16:20-09:45
2 stops14h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£311
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Fri 6/11
16:20-09:45
2 stops14h 55m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£311
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Tue 17/11
01:55-10:15
2 stops29h 50m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£322
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Mon 23/11
21:10-07:55
Nonstop8h 15m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-20:30
Nonstop0h 00m
£437
IstanbulColombo
IST Istanbul - CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
ISTCMB
Istanbul
Fri 13/11
14:05-13:45
1 stop21h 10m
Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
Tue 17/11
02:40-13:20
1 stop13h 10m
£495
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £325). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £509). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to CMB?
Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport flights typically cost between £402 and £528 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £393 on Oman Air (9 Dec–15 Dec).
How often are flights from Istanbul to Colombo delayed?
About 22% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Colombo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 105 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Colombo flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Colombo flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 29% of one-stop itineraries from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Sharjah (SHJ) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £500.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Kuwait City (KWI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 45m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Kuwait City (KWI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 33m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 30 October 2026.
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from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
There are many flights that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in 21h 10m. Fly via Oman Air, Air Arabia, or flydubai to get the fastest option. The distance between Istanbul Airport and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport is about 3909 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip from £218. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Turkish Airlines. These flights start at 50% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Air Arabia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £170. Users have also found prices from £187 and £304 on IndiGo and Turkish Airlines, respectively.
Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Colombo that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Colombo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £325). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £509). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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