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Cheap flights from Montreal to Istanbul from C$ 461

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 23/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — IST
5 Feb — 12 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Montreal to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 6 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 973

One-way from

C$ 461

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 1,239
4/2-17/2
  • 4/2-17/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 50m total
  • Montreal to Istanbul
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23/3
  • 23/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 26h 40m total
  • Montreal to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 177 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Montreal to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 January 2026.

Sun 26/410:00 p.m.YUL - IST
1 stop19h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 26/58:15 a.m.IST - YUL
2 stops32h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/1C$ 973
Sun 18/19:40 p.m.YUL - SAW
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:50 p.m.SAW - YUL
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1C$ 975
Fri 30/19:40 p.m.YUL - IST
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/21:40 p.m.IST - YUL
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1C$ 975
Sun 22/23:10 p.m.YUL - IST
2 stops18h 55mLufthansa
Fri 27/26:30 a.m.IST - YUL
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 5/1C$ 976
Sun 29/311:00 p.m.YUL - SAW
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/41:25 p.m.SAW - YUL
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1C$ 977
Wed 28/18:55 a.m.YUL - IST
3 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/23:25 p.m.IST - YUL
Nonstop10h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1C$ 977
Sat 17/18:10 p.m.YUL - IST
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/111:40 p.m.IST - YUL
2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1C$ 979
Wed 14/19:40 p.m.YUL - SAW
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/19:05 a.m.SAW - YUL
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1C$ 980
Wed 28/19:40 p.m.YUL - IST
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/211:00 p.m.IST - YUL
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1C$ 980
Mon 12/18:10 p.m.YUL - SAW
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/110:00 p.m.SAW - YUL
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1C$ 982
Sun 18/16:45 p.m.YUL - IST
2 stops20h 00mLufthansa
Wed 4/26:30 a.m.IST - YUL
1 stop13h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 5/1C$ 982
Thu 15/18:10 p.m.YUL - SAW
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/110:50 a.m.SAW - YUL
1 stop33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1C$ 983

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Depart

Return

Price

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - SAW

YULSAW

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 29/3

11:00 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop15h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 12/4

1:25 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop14h 35m

C$ 977

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 29/3

10:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 12/4

6:45 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop32h 30m

C$ 1,012

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 18/2

8:40 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop33h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 22/3

6:40 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 25m

C$ 1,013

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 17/2

8:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

1 stop20h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 25/3

7:35 a.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop19h 30m

C$ 1,013

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 15/2

8:40 p.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop33h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 22/3

6:40 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop32h 25m

C$ 1,013

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 17/2

8:40 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

1 stop20h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 26/3

7:35 a.m.-8:05 p.m.

1 stop19h 30m

C$ 1,013

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 18/4

6:30 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop19h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 27/4

3:45 a.m.-6:50 p.m.

1 stop22h 05m

C$ 1,042

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 16/2

9:25 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops17h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

6:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop13h 40m

C$ 1,049

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 16/2

9:25 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops17h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

6:30 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

2 stops16h 40m

C$ 1,061

MontrealIstanbul

YUL - IST

YULIST

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 27/3

9:50 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop32h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 7/4

7:55 p.m.-8:15 p.m.

1 stop31h 20m

C$ 1,064

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Best time to book a flight from Montreal to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Montreal to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Montreal to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Montreal to Istanbul. 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 Montreal to Istanbul?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Istanbul (average of C$ 209). Flying from Montreal to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,002). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YMQ to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Montreal to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 January 2026.

When flying from Montreal to Istanbul, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Montreal to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Montreal to Istanbul delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Montreal and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 196 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Montreal to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Montreal to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

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 6 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Transat,Turkish Airlines, andAir Canada from Montreal to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
491 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,152 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
10,599 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

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 Algerie
6.7
Okay
31 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,657 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.7

Entertainment

7.0

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 Montreal to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Montreal to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from Montreal to Istanbul can take about 14h 15m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,012. The distance from Montreal to Istanbul is about 7681 km.

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

    Flying on Wizz Air is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at C$ 110. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Transavia France and French Bee, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 221 and C$ 569, respectively. These flights start at 91% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Montreal to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Montreal to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines (C$ 833), Air Canada (C$ 896), and KLM (C$ 951).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Montreal to Istanbul?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul from Montreal, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Thai Airways (44%), Turkish Airlines (44%), Air Serbia( 44%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montreal to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,997 for a flight from Montreal to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 790 while the most popular route, (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at C$ 798.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal 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 Montreal to Istanbul?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to Istanbul (average of C$ 209). Flying from Montreal to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,002). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Montreal to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Montreal to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 6 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapestC$ 110AverageC$ 190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Transavia FranceCheapestC$ 221AverageC$ 328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time59%
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French BeeCheapestC$ 569AverageC$ 651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 652AverageC$ 800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 671AverageC$ 881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 849AverageC$ 1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 881AverageC$ 1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air AlgerieCheapestC$ 1,014AverageC$ 1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,028AverageC$ 1,394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapestC$ 1,058AverageC$ 1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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