Travelling from Istanbul to Montreal: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Montreal. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Touch down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), the primary gateway of Montreal.
Hop on a direct Istanbul to Montreal flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 20 minutes.
Montreal's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Montreal seven hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are three weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Istanbul to Montreal is with Turkish Airlines at 15:30. Opt for the first IST to YUL departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 14:55 to make the most of your first day in Montreal.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your Istanbul to Montreal flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Montreal
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can get a direct flight from Istanbul to Montreal leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Start your journey at IST and end it at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Keep an eye out for deals with Turkish Airlines. This airline offers direct Istanbul to Montreal plane tickets out of IST.
We make it a breeze to find an Istanbul to Montreal flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Montreal or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Montreal flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Montreal:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can get to SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 31 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Montreal, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is approximately 16 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul 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:
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 secure the lowest price, book your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Montreal flight.
The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 26 kilometres from central Montreal. After your flight from Istanbul to Montreal, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
Why wait? A St. Hubert Airport rental car lets you start your journey right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Enterprise or Budget.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by reserving your ride from YHU ahead of your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Montreal. To escape the crowds, head to Montreal in February.
Book an Istanbul to Montreal ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Montreal to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Montreal around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Montreal, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just two of the top-rated attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Montreal. Around 499 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include 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.