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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Istanbul from C$ 534

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — IST
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Ottawa to Istanbul are usually found in January or March, 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,294

One-way from

C$ 536

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,580
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 16/3-26/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • Ottawa to Istanbul
17/6
  • 17/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 35m total
  • Ottawa to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 305 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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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 21 February 2025.

Mon 24/24:00 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops18h 05mAir Canada
Tue 25/36:50 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops15h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,293
Thu 27/26:10 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/38:30 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,301
Sat 22/38:15 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops21h 25mLOT
Tue 8/45:30 p.m.IST - YOW
2 stops37h 14mLOT
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,342
Fri 25/45:05 p.m.YOW - SAW
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/59:10 p.m.SAW - YOW
3 stops30h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,359
Sun 2/311:30 a.m.YOW - IST
2 stops27h 15mLufthansa
Sun 23/36:30 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops26h 07mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,406
Tue 25/36:20 p.m.YOW - IST
1 stop26h 50mAir France
Mon 14/44:20 a.m.IST - YOW
1 stop17h 45mAir France
Deal found 20/2C$ 1,774
Mon 10/34:00 p.m.YOW - IST
1 stop15h 25mTurkish Airlines
Sun 23/33:45 p.m.IST - YOW
1 stop13h 23mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 19/2C$ 1,800
Thu 18/96:00 a.m.YOW - SAW
2 stops24h 05mEmirates
Sun 5/1010:25 p.m.SAW - YOW
2 stops46h 20mEmirates
Deal found 21/2C$ 2,021
Sun 13/75:15 p.m.YOW - IST
2 stops16h 05mKLM
Sat 26/75:05 p.m.IST - YOW
2 stops29h 00mKLM
Deal found 20/2C$ 2,065
Tue 25/35:45 a.m.YOW - IST
2 stops29h 45mEmirates
Sun 13/42:10 a.m.IST - YOW
2 stops43h 57mEmirates
Deal found 20/2C$ 2,163
Wed 26/25:55 a.m.YOW - SAW
2 stops31h 25mKLM
Sun 23/39:00 a.m.SAW - YOW
2 stops22h 09mKLM
Deal found 20/2C$ 6,197

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 21 February 2025.

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Ottawa

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sun 16/3

8:55 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

2 stops38h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 26/8

8:15 a.m.-7:05 p.m.

2 stops17h 50m

C$ 1,294

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Mon 17/3

2:45 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 11/9

6:50 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

2 stops32h 55m

C$ 1,315

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Mon 7/4

6:33 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops31h 47m

Istanbul

Mon 14/4

6:10 a.m.-2:04 p.m.

2 stops38h 54m

C$ 1,328

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sat 22/3

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

2 stops21h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 8/4

5:30 p.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops37h 14m

C$ 1,342

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - SAW

YOWSAW

Ottawa

Fri 25/4

5:05 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

2 stops22h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/5

9:10 p.m.-9:01 p.m.

3 stops30h 51m

C$ 1,359

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

1:55 p.m.-1:05 p.m.

2 stops16h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 16/5

5:55 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops28h 05m

C$ 1,501

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Mon 17/3

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

1 stop26h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 13/8

4:20 a.m.-3:05 p.m.

1 stop17h 45m

C$ 1,741

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$ 1,757

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - IST

YOWIST

Ottawa

Sun 13/7

5:15 p.m.-4:20 p.m.

2 stops16h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 26/7

5:05 p.m.-3:05 p.m.

2 stops29h 00m

C$ 2,065

OttawaIstanbul

YOW - SAW

YOWSAW

Ottawa

Thu 1/5

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

2 stops24h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 26/6

2:05 p.m.-1:44 p.m.

2 stops30h 39m

C$ 2,078

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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 14 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$ 1,007). Flying from Ottawa to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,404). 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 21 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 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, KLM and LOT from Ottawa to Istanbul. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Umair,Jul 2024

LHE - DXB

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

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$ 1,294, Air Canada will fly you from Ottawa to Istanbul and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and LOT - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 1,328 and C$ 1,342, respectively. You may be able to fly from Ottawa to Istanbul for 22% 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$ 1,001. Turkish Airlines flights start at C$ 1,126 while deals on Air France start at C$ 1,163 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$ 1,007). Flying from Ottawa to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,404). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapestC$ 1,334AverageC$ 1,598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,366AverageC$ 1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapestC$ 1,444AverageC$ 1,835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,448AverageC$ 1,854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,639AverageC$ 2,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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