Flying from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of Victoria.
Your YYJ to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $1,168. A round-trip fare right now is $1,755. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYJ to IST. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Victoria International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from YYJ to IST.
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Handy information about Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
When it comes to Victoria International Airport's on-time performance, 67.45% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Victoria International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Victoria. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to YYJ:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're coming in on a late Victoria International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near IST:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Victoria International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Istanbul in February.
When reserving your flight from Victoria International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from YYJ to IST around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Izmir is another standout destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
