Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 15 minutes.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-4, making Montreal seven hours behind Istanbul.
You can choose from four weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flights. The 14:55 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 15:30.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to YUL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Travelling to Montreal (and then exploring more of Canada!) is easy with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between IST and YUL:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Right now, R 5,382 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,511. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to YUL.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IST to YUL.
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Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Montreal and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to central Montreal has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
When to fly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Montreal based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to YUL in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you'll want to see. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres west of Montreal, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. No visit is complete without checking out Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.
