Flying from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport (YYZ): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
The average duration of a direct Istanbul to Pearson International Airport flight is 10 hours 45 minutes.
Toronto is seven hours behind Istanbul. Pearson International Airport is located in Toronto, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Take your pick of 8 direct flights each week between Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Pearson International Airport (YYZ). This is the most popular route, with Biman Bangladesh Airlines offering a 9:45am departure from IST to YYZ.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to YYZ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
You can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
You'll find a direct flight from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates services from IST.
The airline most travelers choose when flying between IST and YYZ is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to YYZ. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 48 kilometers from the center of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and YYZ include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometers away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to YYZ flight? Check in to a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.
About Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near YYZ and be in snooze mode sooner:
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To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Pearson International Airport flight.
Getting from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto
Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometers from central Toronto. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport is AED 964. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,749. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from Istanbul to YYZ, book your flight ticket one month before your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Visit Toronto in February for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Istanbul to YYZ flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Pearson International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Toronto
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CN Tower and Skypod CN Tower are a couple of major attractions to add to your Toronto must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Royal Ontario Museum.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Toronto, now it's time to discover other parts of Canada. Travel around 153 kilometers south-west to London to check off its top attractions. From Forks of the Thames River to Falls View Park and Fanshawe Pioneer Village, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another corner of Canada, head for Kingston, roughly 257 kilometers east of Toronto. Fort Henry, Rideau Canal - Jones Falls Defensible Lockmasters House and Kingston Penitentiary are key reasons to visit.