Question 1

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Istanbul to Colombo typically takes around 6 hours 35 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 10 hours 20 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 4 to 5 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo are operated by, among others, Turkish Airlines. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Emirates (via Dubai), Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi) and Air Arabia (via Sharjah). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Istanbul to Colombo operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Istanbul to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Istanbul to Colombo there is less than one flight per day on average. The exact number can vary by day of the week and season. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Istanbul to Colombo?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Istanbul to Colombo there are around 4 to 5 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Istanbul to Colombo depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from Istanbul to Colombo usually departs at 02:00. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Colombo.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Istanbul to Colombo depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from Istanbul to Colombo usually departs at 19:35. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 07/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90288, G90508 18h 15min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90509, G90321 24h 45min	Air Arabia	?	£455
Best option Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 05/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90322, G90502 11h 50min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90503, G90321 10h 30min	Air Arabia		£504 found 3 days ago
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 04/08/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0118, EK0648 20h 10min	Return 18/08/26 1 Stopover (DXB) EK0655, EK0117 26h 00min	Emirates Airline		£845
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 05/08/26 1 Stopover (BOM) 6E0018, 6E1185 12h 20min	Return 19/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90503, G90321 10h 30min	IndiGo Airlines		£455
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 05/08/26 1 Stopover (BOM) 6E0018, 6E1185 12h 20min	Return 19/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90503, G90321 10h 30min	IndiGo Airlines		£458
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 07/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90288, G90508 18h 15min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90509, G90321 24h 45min	Air Arabia	?	£463
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 05/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90288, G90587 29h 15min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90509, G90321 24h 45min	Air Arabia		£477
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 05/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90288, G90587 29h 15min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90509, G90321 24h 45min	Air Arabia		£478
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 07/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90322, G90508 22h 40min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90509, G90321 24h 45min	Air Arabia		£481
Istanbul Colombo	Outbound 07/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90322, G90508 22h 40min	Return 17/08/26 1 Stopover (SHJ) G90509, G90321 24h 45min	Air Arabia		£482

Outbound and return from	£454.83
Flight duration	min. 09:30 / max. 09:35
Return flight duration	min. 10:15
Distance	6284 km
Flights per week	8
Departure airport	Airport Istanbul (IST)
Departure country	Flights from Turkey
Arrival airport	Airport Colombo (CMB)
Destination country	Flights to Sri Lanka
Departure country - Arrival airport	Turkey - Colombo
Departure airport - Destination country	Istanbul - Sri Lanka

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