Cheap Flights from Istanbul (ISTA) to Montreal (YMQA)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Montreal

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

Direct flights from Istanbul to Montreal

Alternative Istanbul to Montreal routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Istanbul to Montreal? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul to Montreal: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£417
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time10 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Montreal: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Montreal: Montreal St Hubert, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau and Montreal Mirabel.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Montreal is £417. 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 15 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Montreal.
Turkish Airlines, Air Transat and Air Serbia fly direct from Istanbul to Montreal.
As of March 2026, there are 28 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Montreal.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Montreal is usually June.
If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Montreal is Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau – which is 10.0 miles away from the centre of Montreal. We've found flights into this airport from £417.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Montreal on Friday, 5 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 15 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 Montreal 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 Montreal is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around -4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Montreal, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -17°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Montreal is Transavia France. And the cheapest airline that flies to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Istanbul to Montreal: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Istanbul. Check out your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Montreal.

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is where you'll be landing in Montreal.

  • Around 10 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Istanbul to Montreal flight.

  • Montreal is seven hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC-4 timezone.

  • The most popular route for flights from Istanbul to Montreal is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). You can select from three weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from IST to YUL is the 14:40 Turkish Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last scheduled departure is at 15:45 with Turkish Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Istanbul to Montreal flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Montreal

  • Book three months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to Montreal flights.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Istanbul to Montreal. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll tell you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from Istanbul to Montreal.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Istanbul to Montreal flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Depart from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Montreal. From IST, you can travel directly to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).

  • Secure your Istanbul to Montreal plane tickets with Turkish Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from IST.

  • We make it simple to book an Istanbul to Montreal flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)

  • Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kms (20 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Montreal, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Montreal flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, here's where you can stop between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Montreal:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 31 kms (19 miles) away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.

  • Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Montreal, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

Arriving in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • The distance from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to central Montreal is roughly 16 kms (10 miles). It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Montreal, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YUL:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Alamo or Routes Car Rentals and explore beyond Montreal's usual tourist stops.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.

  • You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

  • The centre of Montreal is around 26 kms (16 miles) from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). As soon as your flight from Istanbul to Montreal has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Land, collect your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive off without skipping a beat. Enterprise and Budget are popular providers to select from here.

  • Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and go.

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

  • Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Montreal, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:

  • Mount Royal Park and Montreal Botanical Garden are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to 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 310 miles to the south-west, its top attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.

  • Around 95 miles 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.

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