On this page, you can book flights from Istanbul to Colombo. The 6,282 km journey is operated regularly, with a flight frequency of about 9 departures per week.
The main carrier on this route is TK. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deals, and be sure to check how to get to Istanbul Airport and explore transfer options from Colombo Airport in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Colombo by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 950 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,352 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
The highest temperatures in Colombo are observed in February, when the air warms up to 31.6°C. The rainiest months are October and November, with precipitation exceeding 360 mm per month and the number of wet days reaching 26–30.
The lowest flight cost was recorded in September, starting AED 963. Prices peak in May, with fares starting AED 1,352, making it the most expensive month to plan your trip.
For the best travel time, consider January or February — these are the driest months with pleasant temperatures. It is recommended to avoid May and October due to extreme rainfall and high humidity.
There are about 9 flights per week on the route from Istanbul to Colombo, with the primary carrier being Turkish Airlines (TK). Flights are mostly direct, providing a stable connection between the cities. A detailed flight schedule and information about aircraft types are available in the interactive list below.
Flights Istanbul — Colombo depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 6,282 km, which takes approximately 7.5–8.5 hours on a direct flight, depending on the aircraft type.
Regular air service on this route is provided by TK (Turkish Airlines), which operates about 9 flights weekly.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
All flights from Istanbul arrive at Sri Lanka's main international airport — Bandaranaike (CMB).
To find the most favorable fares, we recommend aiming for September. You can always check the current minimum prices in the low-price calendar on this page.
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