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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul from C$ 445

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — IST
9 Apr — 16 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 March 2026.

Tue 7/46:00 a.m.
YVR
-
IST
2 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/44:30 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
2 stops39h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3C$ 1,201
Mon 20/47:55 a.m.
YVR
-
SAW
3 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/49:05 a.m.
SAW
-
YVR
2 stops22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3C$ 1,205
Sat 21/119:25 p.m.
YVR
-
IST
1 stop16h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 17/127:35 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
1 stop22h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,206
Tue 7/411:52 a.m.
YVR
-
IST
2 stops27h 13m
British Airways
Thu 23/48:15 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
1 stop20h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 7/3C$ 1,208
Thu 5/119:25 p.m.
YVR
-
IST
1 stop16h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 24/117:35 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
1 stop22h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/3C$ 1,212
Sun 19/41:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SAW
3 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/49:35 a.m.
SAW
-
YVR
2 stops19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3C$ 1,212
Tue 14/41:45 p.m.
YVR
-
IST
2 stops25h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 29/48:15 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
2 stops36h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/3C$ 1,214
Thu 9/48:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SAW
3 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 16/47:55 a.m.
SAW
-
YVR
2 stops22h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3C$ 1,214
Sun 12/46:00 a.m.
YVR
-
IST
2 stops32h 25m
American Airlines
Thu 23/48:15 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
2 stops36h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/3C$ 1,216
Sat 21/111:32 p.m.
YVR
-
IST
2 stops48h 18m
American Airlines
Tue 15/127:35 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
2 stops39h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/3C$ 1,217
Thu 9/48:15 a.m.
YVR
-
SAW
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/49:05 a.m.
SAW
-
YVR
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/3C$ 1,217
Sat 25/411:52 a.m.
YVR
-
IST
2 stops43h 43m
American Airlines
Mon 5/108:15 a.m.
IST
-
YVR
1 stop20h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/3C$ 1,219

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,201

One-way from

C$ 445

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 1,258
7/4-23/4
  • 7/4-23/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 74h 52m total
  • Vancouver to Istanbul
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8/6
  • 8/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Vancouver to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl 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 10 March 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Mon 20/4

9:00 p.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop30h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 27/4

8:15 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops35h 05m

C$ 1,297

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Tue 14/4

6:00 a.m.-1:05 a.m.

2 stops33h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 28/4

7:55 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops35h 25m

C$ 1,320

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Tue 14/4

6:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops44h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 20/4

8:15 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops35h 05m

C$ 1,322

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Mon 11/5

9:00 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 25/5

8:15 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops24h 30m

C$ 1,362

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Sun 3/5

11:52 a.m.-12:25 a.m.

2 stops26h 33m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

8:15 a.m.-9:26 p.m.

2 stops23h 11m

C$ 1,467

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - SAW

YVRSAW

Vancouver Intl

Mon 11/5

5:50 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 18/5

10:00 a.m.-8:20 p.m.

2 stops44h 20m

C$ 1,525
Quickest round-trip

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/5

7:30 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

3:45 p.m.-12:29 a.m.

1 stop18h 44m

C$ 1,550

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Tue 14/4

6:00 a.m.-4:20 p.m.

3 stops24h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 25/4

4:30 a.m.-9:08 p.m.

2 stops26h 38m

C$ 1,552

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/4

1:59 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops21h 26m

Istanbul

Fri 17/4

5:40 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

2 stops25h 19m

C$ 1,556

VancouverIstanbul

YVR - IST

YVRIST

Vancouver Intl

Thu 2/7

6:20 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

1 stop21h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 9/7

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

1 stop19h 00m

C$ 1,575

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul (average of C$ 840). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,141). 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 YVR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 10 March 2026.

When flying from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 often are flights from Vancouver to Istanbul delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

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

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

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 23% 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 10 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Transat,Turkish Airlines, andAir Canada from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

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
520 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

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
4,249 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

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
10,800 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

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
7,841 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

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
7,781 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
520 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

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 Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    Departing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul will take you 30h 50m. The distance between Vancouver Intl Airport and Istanbul is about 9580 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways (C$ 828), KLM (C$ 926), and Air Transat (C$ 928) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul. British Airways is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul are Air Transat (C$ 838), Turkish Airlines (C$ 868), and Lufthansa (C$ 1,160).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul consider choosing Turkish Airlines (42%), Air Serbia (42%) or Air Transat (42%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul is generally C$ 2,022, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 493. When looking at the most popular route, (Vancouver Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay C$ 1,118 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    The most popular layover on flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul is London.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, and Hyde Park. Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, and Hyde Park are located about 22.7 km, 23.1 km, and 20.1 km, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers can book a car rental at London Heathrow for about C$ 40 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul flights?

    Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul (average of C$ 840). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,141). 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 9 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl 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 10 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestC$ 828AverageC$ 1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapestC$ 926AverageC$ 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 928AverageC$ 1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 954AverageC$ 2,197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,008AverageC$ 1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,016AverageC$ 1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IcelandairCheapestC$ 1,049AverageC$ 1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,183AverageC$ 1,713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,357AverageC$ 1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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