Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW): what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your IST to YOW flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between IST and YOW:
Pearson International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Right now, P26,208 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P37,826. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from IST to YOW, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YOW instead:
Pick up an Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport rental car and explore Ottawa and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Alamo and Budget are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to central Ottawa
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Ottawa. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Ottawa is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to YOW in January. Average temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF) then.
Explore more of Canada
Toronto is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ottawa. Around 354 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
Around 153 kilometres east of Ottawa, Montreal is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.