Travelling from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
When searching for your flight from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are among Toronto's main options.
Expect to be travelling for 9 hours 57 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 7 hours ahead of Toronto. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.
The most popular route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), with 11 direct weekly services. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YYZ to IST is the 19:30 Biman Bangladesh Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:30 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Toronto to IST. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) take off from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport taking off from YYZ.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a handy hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) offers direct flights from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Toronto to IST departing from YTZ. Book your favourite aisle seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these stops between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and IST:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Toronto to IST? Relax in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near IST:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is around 50 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Book a one-way ticket from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from ر.ق. 984 or travel return from just ر.ق. 2,239. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
It's a good idea to book 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Toronto to IST around that time.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
August is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Toronto to IST, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Toronto to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Istanbul is to explore its popular attractions. Essential stops include Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower.
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