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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Istanbul from C$ 537

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
16 Feb — 23 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Ottawa to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 (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 11 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,245

One-way from

C$ 546

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,628
21/3-26/4
  • 21/3-26/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 27m total
  • Ottawa to Istanbul
31/3
  • 31/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 25m total
  • Ottawa to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 304 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Istanbul

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 11 February 2025.

Wed 1/108:20 a.m.YOW - IST
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/107:05 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops24h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,231
Wed 5/37:30 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops43h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 26/36:50 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops34h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,281
Sat 24/512:00 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops18h 05mAir Canada
Thu 12/68:15 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops19h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,333
Sat 24/510:00 a.m.YOW - SAW
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/611:30 a.m.SAW - YOW
3 stops43h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,349
Thu 20/38:15 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops21h 25mLOT
Sat 26/47:00 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops23h 44mLOT
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,366
Sat 15/26:10 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops44h 35mLufthansa
Sat 1/36:55 p.m.IST - YOW
2 stops31h 17mLufthansa
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,535
Thu 25/125:20 p.m.YOW - IST
1 stop26h 50mAir France
Tue 6/15:10 a.m.IST - YOW
1 stop18h 00mAir France
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,733
Wed 12/34:00 p.m.YOW - IST
1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines
Wed 9/42:40 p.m.IST - YOW
1 stop14h 27mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,763
Thu 25/125:20 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops15h 35mKLM
Tue 6/15:55 p.m.IST - YOW
2 stops29h 15mKLM
Deal found 10/2C$ 1,939
Wed 1/106:00 a.m.YOW - SAW
2 stops24h 05mEmirates
Wed 22/1010:25 p.m.SAW - YOW
2 stops46h 20mEmirates
Deal found 11/2C$ 2,026
Wed 1/106:00 a.m.YOW - IST
2 stops36h 10mEmirates
Tue 21/102:10 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Deal found 11/2C$ 2,034
Wed 12/310:05 a.m.YOW - IST
2 stops33h 45mEgyptair
Fri 21/33:50 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops37h 47mEgyptair
Deal found 10/2C$ 2,286

Find flights from Ottawa to Istanbul within your budget

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 11 February 2025.

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OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Fri 21/3

2:50 p.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops22h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 26/4

4:35 a.m.-8:17 a.m.

2 stops34h 42m

C$ 1,245

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Wed 5/3

7:30 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops43h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 26/3

6:50 a.m.-10:28 a.m.

2 stops34h 38m

C$ 1,281

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sat 24/5

12:00 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops18h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 12/6

8:15 a.m.-9:09 p.m.

2 stops19h 54m

C$ 1,333

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - SAW

YOWSAW

Ottawa

Sat 24/5

10:00 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

3 stops28h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 12/6

11:30 a.m.-12:22 a.m.

3 stops43h 52m

C$ 1,349

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Thu 20/3

8:15 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops21h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 26/4

7:00 a.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops23h 44m

C$ 1,366

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Wed 12/3

4:00 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 9/4

2:40 p.m.-10:07 p.m.

1 stop14h 27m

C$ 1,763

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sun 9/3

6:20 p.m.-4:10 a.m.

1 stop26h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 23/3

5:10 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop18h 00m

C$ 1,776

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

6:00 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops28h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 25/6

2:10 a.m.-1:44 p.m.

2 stops42h 34m

C$ 2,041

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - SAW

YOWSAW

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

6:00 a.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops32h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 16/5

2:05 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

2 stops30h 40m

C$ 2,084

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Wed 12/3

10:05 a.m.-2:50 a.m.

2 stops33h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 21/3

3:50 a.m.-10:37 a.m.

2 stops37h 47m

C$ 2,286

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Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Ottawa to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Ottawa to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 7 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul (average of C$ 1,010). Flying from Ottawa to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,402). 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 YOW to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa 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 11 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ottawa to Istanbul in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 11 February 2025.

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kunda,Feb 2024

FRA - DXB

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

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?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Ottawa, you will be flying from Ottawa, which is the city’s only airport. Ottawa (YOW) is located 10.6 km from the centre of Ottawa. There are 0 flights from Ottawa to Istanbul per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 1,281, United Airlines will fly you from Ottawa to Istanbul and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from LOT and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 1,366 and C$ 1,535, respectively. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul for 24% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with LOT, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 1,002. Air France flights start at C$ 1,164 while deals on KLM start at C$ 1,241 one-way.

  • 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?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul (average of C$ 1,010). Flying from Ottawa to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,402). 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.