Flying from Istanbul to Vancouver: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
When it comes to arriving in Vancouver, hop off the plane at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) or Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is another way to get to this city.
Around 12 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Istanbul to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Vancouver ten hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are three flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Istanbul to Vancouver is with Turkish Airlines at 15:30. Choose the first IST to YVR departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 14:50 to fit in more activities on your first day in Vancouver.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Istanbul to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Vancouver
Score cheap Istanbul to Vancouver flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Vancouver is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Vancouver jetting off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Begin your trip at IST and touch down at Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
Check out the deals with Turkish Airlines. This carrier offers direct Istanbul to Vancouver plane tickets out of IST.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Istanbul to Vancouver flights leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Vancouver? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Istanbul to Vancouver flight, check out these options when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on time.
Arriving in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Vancouver. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Vancouver and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your Istanbul to Vancouver flight.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is about 0.80 kilometres from central Vancouver. Once you've disembarked your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver, it takes approximately 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 15 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CXH. Unwind after your Istanbul to Vancouver flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Generally speaking, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from CXH as soon as you know your dates.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Head toward the city centre after your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver has touched down. Central Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and takes roughly 1 hour to get there in a car.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YXX and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late Istanbul to Vancouver flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Be in control of the next part of your journey with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.
If you're after a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver. August is the busiest month to visit Vancouver. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When booking your Istanbul to Vancouver tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Vancouver around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Vancouver:
Stanley Park and Granville Island are just two of the top attractions to add to your Vancouver to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres to the south-east, popular attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
Around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver, Victoria is another essential stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.