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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,127
Typical prices: C$ 1,343-C$ 1,794
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/11Fri 23/11
YOW - IST • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 593
Typical prices: C$ 608-C$ 1,200
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/2
YOW - IST • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Ottawa and Istanbul Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,511 (round-trip)
Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ)
Shortest trip • 15h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Istanbul (YOW-IST)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Istanbul

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
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10:50 a.m. - 11:25 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
28h 35m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Madrid Barajas Bucharest Otopeni Intl
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8:05 p.m. - 10:32 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
34h 27m3 stops Bucharest Otopeni Intl Madrid Barajas Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,127Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Thu, 12 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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6:10 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
20h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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10:30 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
17h 15m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,228Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 26 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
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2:00 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
25h 45m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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3:45 a.m. - 10:26 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
25h 41m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,234Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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6:50 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
27h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
21h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,324Air Canada
3+ days ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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6:00 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
28h 10m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
23h 20m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,327Air Canada
3+ days ago
Mon, 9 Nov - Fri, 13 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
23h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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4:25 p.m. - 5:52 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
33h 27m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,355Air Transat
3+ days ago
Sat, 14 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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12:50 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
17h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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4:25 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
16h 12m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,403Air Transat
11 hours ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Air Canada Logo
6:50 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
27h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
21h 00m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,405Air Canada
3+ days ago
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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6:10 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
20h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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6:30 a.m. - 11:55 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
25h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,441Lufthansa
3+ days ago
Sat, 20 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar
Air Transat Logo
1:50 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
17h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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4:25 p.m. - 12:50 a.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
15h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,462Air Transat
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Ottawa to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport at C$ 1,197 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,207) and June (C$ 1,876) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Ottawa to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 593
Beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Ottawa to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ottawa to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Ottawa to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport take?

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport takes 00m, covering 12,566 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Ottawa to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport range from C$ 1,343 to C$ 1,794, with an average of C$ 1,541 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,343 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Ottawa to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the C$ 1,541 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 1,127 to C$ 6,771. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 683, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 15 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Ottawa (YOW) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • London Gatwick (LGW) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,349 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,678, a difference of C$ 329.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 08m, compared with 15h 10m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 20h 31m via London Gatwick (LGW).

  • What is the time difference between Ottawa and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 7 hours ahead of Ottawa (Turkey Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Kapaliçarşi. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Ottawa to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 1,349, about C$ 329 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Ottawa to Istanbul Airport trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 1,197 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,009 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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