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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Toronto to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.522 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with WestJet and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 522 €, select.
Istanbul.533 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with WestJet and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 533 €, select.
Istanbul.555 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Sun, 7 Dec.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 555 €, select.
Istanbul.557 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Aer Lingus and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 557 €, select.
Istanbul.567 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Air Transat and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 567 €, select.
Istanbul.580 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with WestJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 580 €, select.
Istanbul.583 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Thu, 31 Jul.Return flight with WestJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 583 €, select.
Istanbul.593 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with WestJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 593 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Toronto to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from 669 €
May
from 593 €
Jun
from 522 €
Jul
from 580 €
Aug
from 904 €
Sep
from 604 €
Oct
from 567 €
Nov
from 557 €
Dec
from 555 €
Jan
from 774 €
Feb
from 769 €
Mar
from 766 €

Direct flights from Toronto to Istanbul

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Toronto to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found522 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time9 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Toronto to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Toronto to Istanbul is 522 €. 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.
9 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Toronto to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Air Canada and Air Serbia fly direct from Toronto to Istanbul.
As of April 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Toronto to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Toronto to Istanbul is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Toronto, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 522 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Toronto to Istanbul on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 59 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is WestJet. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Toronto to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Organising your flight from Toronto to Istanbul begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's chief entry points.

  • A direct flight from Toronto to Istanbul takes an average of 9 hours 57 minutes. The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 7 hours ahead of Toronto.

  • With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Toronto to Istanbul with Biman Bangladesh Airlines at 19:30. If you're keen to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from YYZ to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 21:30.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Toronto to Istanbul. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • You can travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Canada. But before booking your cheap flight from Toronto to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.

Flying from Toronto

Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Toronto to Istanbul, you can leave from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Fly from YYZ to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) without any stops.

  • Book your direct flight from Toronto to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. This top airline operates services from YYZ.

  • Located around 27 kilometres from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Istanbul, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 39 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 35 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Toronto to Istanbul, stay in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 50 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • If you have a late flight from Toronto to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IST:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Toronto to Istanbul, expect a drive time of approximately 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some cosy hotels ready to welcome you near SAW. Tuck yourself in after your flight from Toronto to Istanbul at one of these well-located options:

How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Istanbul

  • Currently, 236 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Istanbul. The cheapest price for a return flight is 522 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Toronto to Istanbul.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Toronto to Istanbul is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from Toronto to Istanbul every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Toronto to Istanbul. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Toronto to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

  • Before booking a flight from Toronto to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Toronto to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Istanbul, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.

Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental

  • Finding you a cheap flight from Toronto to Istanbul isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Istanbul and have more freedom to explore. We search for deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. Instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.

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