Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal is 9 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is 7 hours behind Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Choose from 4 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to YUL is the 14:55 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 15:30 with Turkish Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from IST to Montreal.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal are available for booking. Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll step off the plane.
Book your ticket with Turkish Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal.
We make it easy to find a flight from IST to Montreal with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To enter Canada for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey). However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal.
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal
R 5,954 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,264. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from IST to Montreal, reserve your journey 10 months before the departure date.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time searching for cheap tickets from IST to Montreal every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal takes about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YUL:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've hopped off your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
After your flight from IST to Montreal, settle in at a hotel near YHU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Montreal, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from IST to Montreal in January when temperatures average between -19ºC and -2ºC.
More about Montreal
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Montreal right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are must-do's during your Montreal adventure.
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