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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,050
Typical prices: C$ 1,246-C$ 1,727
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Fri 28/9Mon 15/10
YOW - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 438
Typical prices: C$ 621-C$ 1,131
Multiple Airlines
Thu 18/10
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 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 1,475 (round-trip)
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL)
Shortest trip • 14h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Istanbul (YOW-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Istanbul

Mon, 28 Sep - Thu, 15 Oct
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4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
20h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl London Gatwick
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8:10 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
23h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
C$ 1,050Multiple Airlines
Sun, 27 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
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7:40 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
34h 30m1 stop London Gatwick
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8:05 p.m. - 12:40 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
23h 35m1 stop London Gatwick
C$ 1,106Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct
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4:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
15h 00m1 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$ 1,568Air Transat
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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4:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
15h 00m1 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$ 1,577Air Transat
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Air France Logo
5:10 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
16h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:15 a.m. - 12:44 a.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
25h 29m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 1,739Air France
Mon, 21 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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5:10 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
16h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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7:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
15h 45m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,913Air France
Wed, 16 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Air Canada Logo
9:10 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
22h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Athens Eleftherios V.
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11:30 a.m. - 3:57 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
36h 27m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 1,988Air Canada
Thu, 24 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
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4:10 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
46h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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7:05 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 2,013Lufthansa
Thu, 17 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
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10:05 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
24h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
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11:30 a.m. - 9:47 a.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
30h 17m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
C$ 2,027Air Canada
Sat, 19 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
Lufthansa Logo
6:10 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.YOW  Ottawa-IST Istanbul
44h 35m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
7:05 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.IST  Istanbul-YOW Ottawa
35h 50m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Toronto Pearson Intl
C$ 2,237Lufthansa
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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 from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport with more confidence.

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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$ 1,175 round-trip.
  • August (C$ 1,881) and June (C$ 1,855) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 26% 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

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 438
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (27% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 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

  • 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) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 44% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Ottawa to Istanbul Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,309 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 1,623, a difference of C$ 314. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Taksim, and Istanbul City Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 5% above the route average of C$ 1,462. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Ottawa to Istanbul Airport takes 0h 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.

  • 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$ 1,106 to C$ 6,594. 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$ 531, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 08m, compared with 14h 41m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 15h 09m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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$ 1,246 to C$ 1,727, with an average of C$ 1,462 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,246 counts as a good deal.

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 Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 1,309 – about C$ 314 less than Saturday (19% 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 26% 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$ 1,175 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 706 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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