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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Toronto? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Toronto.$711 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $711, select.
Toronto.$711 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $711, select.
Toronto.$714 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $714, select.
Toronto.$719 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $719, select.
Toronto.$719 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $719, select.
Toronto.$720 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $720, select.
Toronto.$720 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $720, select.
Toronto.$720 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Mar, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 13 Mar, arriving in Toronto Pearson International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Toronto Pearson International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $720, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Toronto

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Toronto flights are currently cheapest in January.
May
from $865
Jun
from $806
Jul
from $810
Aug
from $960
Sep
from $794
Oct
from $720
Nov
from $723
Dec
from $714
Jan
from $711
Feb
from $722
Mar
from $711
Apr
from $720

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Istanbul to Toronto: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$711
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time10 hrs, 46 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Toronto: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Toronto: Toronto Island, Toronto Pearson International, Hamilton, and Kitchener / Waterloo.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Toronto is $711. 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 46 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Toronto.
Turkish Airlines, Air Canada and RwandAir fly direct from Istanbul to Toronto.
As of May 2025, there are 26 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Toronto.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Toronto is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Toronto is Toronto Pearson International – which is 20.4 km away from the centre of Toronto. We've found flights into this airport from $711.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Toronto on Monday, 2 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 46 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 Toronto 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 Toronto is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Toronto, when it usually averages around 25°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Toronto is KLM. And the cheapest airline that flies to Toronto Pearson International Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Travelling from Istanbul to Toronto: what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Toronto. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.

  • Toronto has a number of airports you can fly into. Disembark at Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) or Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).

  • Around 10 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Istanbul to Toronto flight.

  • The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Istanbul.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are eight weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Istanbul to Toronto is with Turkish Airlines at 15:20. Choose the first IST to YYZ departure operated by Biman Bangladesh Airlines at 09:30 to make the most of your first day in Toronto.

  • To ensure you board your Istanbul to Toronto flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.

  • During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Toronto

  • To snag cheap Istanbul to Toronto flights, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Toronto is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from Istanbul to Toronto by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Istanbul to Toronto flight results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're looking for a direct flight from Istanbul to Toronto, you can leave from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Get from IST to Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in one seamless trip.

  • Keep an eye out for promotions with Turkish Airlines. This airline offers direct Istanbul to Toronto plane tickets out of IST.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Istanbul to Toronto flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from Istanbul to Toronto? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Toronto flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Toronto:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 31 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 55 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Istanbul to Toronto? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.93%.

Arriving in Toronto

Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Istanbul to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Pearson International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and chase adventure across Toronto and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Toronto flight.

Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)

  • Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. Following your flight from Istanbul to Toronto, it'll take you approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 40 minutes or so.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Istanbul to Toronto:

  • Hertz, National and Avis make picking up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at YTZ will save you money.

Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)

  • Step off your flight from Istanbul to Toronto and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Toronto is around 80 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.

  • Public transport can take you there in about 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • Enjoy a low-stress, comfortable start to your break by staying at a hotel near YKF after your Istanbul to Toronto flight. Recover from your travel day or just give yourself time to get your bearings in a new city at:

  • Whether you're searching for a zippy mini for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to transport your group, you'll find the perfect Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the types of wheels available from companies such as Avis, Enterprise and Budget.

  • If you'd like a particular kind of vehicle, booking early increases your chances of getting what you want. Reserve your ride from YKF a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul to Toronto.

Best time to go to Toronto

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Toronto. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Toronto in February.

  • Before locking in your Istanbul to Toronto tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.

More about Toronto

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Toronto right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Toronto:

  • CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are just two of the major attractions to put on your Toronto to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.

Explore more of Canada

  • You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore other corners of Canada. Travel around 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to check off its popular sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without a visit to Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Toronto

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