Travelling from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul ten hours ahead of Kelowna.
Leave plenty of time to make your YLW to IST flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is 324 €. A return plane ticket is currently 763 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YLW to IST if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
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Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
60.54% of flights leaving from Kelowna International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Kelowna International Airport from central Kelowna, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near YLW? If you're catching an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reserve a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late Kelowna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Kelowna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YLW to IST sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without a visit to Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
