Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport is 9 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul is eight hours ahead of Montreal and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from YUL to IST start from 19:45 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 21:10 with Turkish Airlines. In total, there are three weekly Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your YUL to IST flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is R 5,587. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 9,757. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from YUL to IST, reserve your trip one month before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from YUL to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL)
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
67% of flights that depart Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport from central Montreal, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near YUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're taking a late Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to Istanbul Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YUL to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.