Travelling from Istanbul to Toronto: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to Toronto. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
When flying into Toronto, hop off the plane at Pearson International Airport (YYZ) or Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is another major gateway to this city.
A direct flight from Istanbul to Toronto takes on average 10 hours 47 minutes. The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which makes it 7 hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 12 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Istanbul to Toronto is with Turkish Airlines at 15:20. Go for the first IST to YYZ departure operated by Biman Bangladesh Airlines at 09:30 if you're more of an early bird.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to Toronto, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you'll need an embassy visa to enter Canada. This applies if you're booking a cheap flight from Istanbul to Toronto for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Istanbul to Toronto, you can depart from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Get from IST to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one seamless journey.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Toronto jetting out of IST.
We make it easy to book a flight from Istanbul to Toronto that includes a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Toronto or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Toronto, here's where you can stop when setting off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to Toronto, chill out in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Arriving in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the centre of Toronto is around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 49 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Istanbul to Toronto. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is about 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Following your flight from Istanbul to Toronto, expect a drive time of approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 39 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable hotels where you can rest ahead of your adventure near YTZ. Unwind after your flight from Istanbul to Toronto at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Toronto
Right now, P18,568 is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Toronto. The cheapest price for a return flight is P25,427. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Istanbul to Toronto.
The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Toronto is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Best time to go to Toronto
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Toronto, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Toronto is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to Toronto in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Toronto right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Toronto:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
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