Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Toronto (YTOA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Toronto? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £363. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Toronto

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Toronto flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Toronto

Istanbul to Toronto: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£363
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time10 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineAir Transat
Average flights per week28

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Toronto: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Toronto: Toronto Island, Toronto Pearson International, John C. Munro Hamilton, and Kitchener / Waterloo.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Toronto is £363. 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.
10 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Toronto.
Air Transat, Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia fly direct from Istanbul to Toronto.
As of January 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Toronto.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Toronto is usually February.
If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, the cheapest airport near Toronto is Toronto Pearson International – which is 12.7 miles away from the centre of Toronto. We've found flights into this airport from £363.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Toronto on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 55 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 Toronto 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 Toronto is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around -5°C. July is typically the warmest month in Toronto, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, LOT and Air Transat offer the cheapest flight tickets to Toronto.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Toronto: what you need to know

  • Around 9 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is seven hours behind Istanbul.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most traveled route, with eight departures a week to pick from. You can travel from IST to YYZ at 09:45 with Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

  • To avoid missing your IST to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Taking off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at IST and travel straight to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto tickets.

  • Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto.

  • We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from IST to Toronto with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • Located around 20 miles from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near IST:

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

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto flight is £198. The cheapest price for a return flight is £363. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Book two months before you want to fly. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IST to Toronto.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to Toronto by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Save on your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Toronto

Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 17 miles from the centre of Toronto. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and discover more of Toronto and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your flight from IST to Toronto can help you lock in the lowest rate.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • Once your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 2 miles from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.

  • There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your IST to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be on your way in a flash.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.

Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)

  • Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 65 miles from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto.

  • The journey will take roughly 4 hours 5 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to YKF. Settle in at one of these options after your IST to Toronto flight:

  • Begin your journey without stressing over how to reach your next stop with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.

  • Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto is smart. As well as better prices, you'll get a better selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.

Best time to go to Toronto

  • Visit Toronto in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.

  • Lock in an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from IST to Toronto around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Toronto

  • Start your Toronto trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Toronto, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are must-do's during your Toronto adventure.

Explore more of Canada

  • Toronto is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Canada you'll want to see. Around 310 miles north-east of Toronto, a trip to Montreal will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.

  • Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada and is around 220 miles north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.

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