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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport from C$ 497

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — IST
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 February 2026.

Sat 7/36:45 a.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/311:10 p.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops32h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,034
Mon 6/42:50 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops22h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 13/410:20 p.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops28h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,079
Wed 22/49:00 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops22h 05m
Lufthansa
Wed 29/43:45 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops25h 31m
Lufthansa
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,126
Wed 8/49:00 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops22h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 20/43:45 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops25h 31m
Lufthansa
Deal found 23/2C$ 1,127
Wed 14/105:30 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/103:45 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 1,128
Tue 3/36:05 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops20h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/310:30 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops17h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,135
Fri 24/45:40 a.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/57:55 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,148
Mon 9/32:50 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops20h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 1/45:40 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops33h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 23/2C$ 1,156
Fri 17/44:00 p.m.
YOW
-
IST
2 stops22h 25m
Lufthansa
Thu 23/43:45 a.m.
IST
-
YOW
2 stops20h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 21/2C$ 1,159

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,034

One-way from

C$ 497

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July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,413
7/3-14/3
  • 7/3-14/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 38m total
  • Ottawa to Istanbul
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13/5
  • 13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 57h 20m total
  • Ottawa to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 24 February 2026.
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Ottawa

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Wed 18/3

7:25 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 18/4

3:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

2 stops20h 30m

C$ 1,157

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Fri 24/4

5:40 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

2 stops31h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 3/5

3:45 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop15h 35m

C$ 1,161

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sun 5/4

6:20 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops44h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 17/4

3:45 a.m.-10:16 p.m.

2 stops25h 31m

C$ 1,167

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sat 7/3

7:30 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

2 stops38h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 6/4

10:40 a.m.-10:05 p.m.

2 stops42h 25m

C$ 1,283

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sat 25/4

7:30 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops43h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 6/5

1:55 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops27h 08m

C$ 1,293

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Wed 11/3

7:25 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 29/3

4:50 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

2 stops38h 49m

C$ 1,317

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Mon 30/3

7:15 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops26h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 3/4

1:55 p.m.-1:36 a.m.

2 stops18h 41m

C$ 1,427

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Wed 13/5

8:50 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops57h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 24/5

6:50 p.m.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop29h 50m

C$ 1,486

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sun 8/3

3:15 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops24h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 7/4

10:10 a.m.-4:38 p.m.

2 stops37h 28m

C$ 1,562

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Mon 9/3

5:55 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops21h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 7/4

10:10 a.m.-4:38 p.m.

2 stops37h 28m

C$ 1,562

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 211). Flying from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 973). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 24 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat,LOT, andAir France from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,537 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,742 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,808 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
511 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Istanbul?

    Ottawa (YOW), located 10.6 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Ottawa to Istanbul. 6 airlines have flights from Ottawa to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Ottawa to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport in 20h 20m. Fly via Lufthansa or Air Canada to get the fastest option. There are 7809 km between Ottawa and Istanbul Airport. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air Transat (C$ 758), Air Canada (C$ 1,074), and Lufthansa (C$ 1,106) offers the cheapest pricing from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 211). Flying from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 973). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TransatCheapestC$ 758AverageC$ 1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,074AverageC$ 1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,106AverageC$ 1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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LOTCheapestC$ 1,131AverageC$ 1,339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,167AverageC$ 1,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,465AverageC$ 1,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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