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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Vancouver to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 4,899 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,899, select.
Istanbul.R 5,054 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,054, select.
Istanbul.R 5,283 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,283, select.
Istanbul.R 5,364 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,364, select.
Istanbul.R 5,470 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,470, select.
Istanbul.R 5,481 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,481, select.
Istanbul.R 5,597 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Flair Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Flair Airlines, departs from Vancouver International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,597, select.
Istanbul.R 6,552 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Aug.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,552, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Vancouver to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 6,980
Aug
from R 6,552
Sep
from R 5,597
Oct
from R 5,054
Nov
from R 4,899
Dec
from R 5,283
Jan
from R 5,364
Feb
from R 5,470
Mar
from R 5,481
Apr
from R 8,438
May
from R 8,189
Jun
from R 9,843

Direct flights from Vancouver to Istanbul

Vancouver to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Vancouver to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Vancouver to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,918
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time11 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineAir Serbia
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Vancouver to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Istanbul is R 12,121. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Istanbul.
Air Serbia and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Vancouver to Istanbul.
As of July 2025, there are 7 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Istanbul is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 6 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know

  • You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Check out your options for flying out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).

  • Take a direct Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 12 hours.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of Vancouver. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.

  • The most popular route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Choose from 3 direct services every week. Turkish Airlines operates a 7pm departure between YVR and IST.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Vancouver to IST.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • When taking off from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport with Turkish Airlines.

  • The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Turkish Airlines between YVR and IST.

  • Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Vancouver International Airport:

  • 71.77% of flights departing from Vancouver International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Vancouver to CXH in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 5 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Vancouver to IST flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:

Abbotsford Airport (YXX)

  • From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you take public transport.

  • Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight:

  • The on-time performance record of YXX is 67.97%. To put it simply, that's how often flights from this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.

About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you have a late flight from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are top providers to choose from here.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Central Istanbul is about 32 kilometres from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.

  • It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • At the moment, R 4,899 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 12,073. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Vancouver to IST.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing cheap Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Vancouver to IST is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

The best time to fly from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Vancouver to IST plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are must-do's during your Istanbul adventure.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Istanbul, a visit to Eskisehir will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.

  • Adapazarı is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 153 kilometres east of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.

Plan the rest of your trip from Vancouver to Istanbul

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