Flying from Montreal to Istanbul: what you need to know
Montreal's main base, Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Montreal to Istanbul.
Hop off your plane in Istanbul at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Around 9 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Montreal to Istanbul flight.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Montreal.
The most popular route for flights from Montreal to Istanbul is from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are three services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from YUL to IST is the 19:45 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:10 with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you board your Montreal to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Istanbul
252 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Istanbul. Return flights start from 525 €. These prices may change based on demand.
To secure cheap Montreal to Istanbul flights, reserve your trip three months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Istanbul. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Montreal to Istanbul, you can leave from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Fly from YUL to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) without any stops.
Be on the lookout for deals with Turkish Airlines. This airline offers direct Montreal to Istanbul plane tickets from YUL.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Montreal, YUL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Montreal to Istanbul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the departures from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, 64.89% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is approximately 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Montreal to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your Montreal to Istanbul flight.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Montreal to Istanbul has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Montreal to Istanbul:
Forget about public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
April is the most popular month for flights from Montreal to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Montreal to Istanbul ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Montreal to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Montreal to Istanbul, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.
