Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 30 minutes.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Montreal is seven hours behind Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Choose from three services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to YUL is the 14:40 Turkish Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 15:45 with Turkish Airlines.
To avoid missing your IST to Montreal flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal ticket. Begin your journey at IST and touch down at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Book your favourite seat with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from IST to Montreal with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Montreal
$585 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket right now is $903. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IST to Montreal.
June is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Book a hotel near YUL if you have a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal. Choose one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Grab a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from IST to Montreal.
YUL is located at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is roughly 40 kilometres from central Montreal. Once you've disembarked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your IST to Montreal flight, settle in at a hotel close to YHU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Pick up a St. Hubert Airport rental car and be your own tour guide. You can choose from leading companies like Enterprise and Budget.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just what's left, by securing your ride from YHU in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal. The city comes alive in peak season, but rates are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Montreal in low season for a quieter vibe.
Book an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal flight 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 to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from IST to Montreal around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Montreal
Start your Montreal trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Montreal, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Montreal Botanical Garden, Mount Royal Park and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are popular attractions which should be on any good Montreal itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Montreal, now it's time to discover more of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres south-west to Toronto to tick off its leading attractions. From CN Tower to Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Canada, head for Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are among its highlights.