Istanbul to St. John's (IST–YYT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 6 hubs
DUB Dublin 10h 35m 6ETK → WS Dublin (DUB) to St. John's flights
LGW London 10h 40m 6EBRFI → WS London (LGW) to St. John's flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 11h 20m 3U6EAF → WS Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to St. John's flights
YYZ Toronto 14h 36m JUPDTK → ACAVAZ Toronto (YYZ) to St. John's flights
YUL Montréal 14h 54m JUTGTK → ACEK Montréal (YUL) to St. John's flights
SFO San Francisco ~21h 19m 6EPKTK → JD San Francisco (SFO) to St. John's flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Istanbul to St. John's
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-5.5h behind

While no nonstop service exists between IST and YYT, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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All flights from St. John's (YYT) St. John's to Istanbul flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to YYT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
DUB ~10h 35m LGW ~10h 40m CDG ~11h 20m YYZ ~14h 36m YUL ~14h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
402
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-5.5h
St. John's is 5.5 hours behind Istanbul.
IST: +03 · YYT: NDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 0.5:00 PM in St. John's.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders need a visitor visa (Temporary Resident Visa) to enter Canada. Apply online through the IRCC portal at canada.ca/immigration or at a Canada Visa Application Centre (VAC). The fee is CAD 100 per person (about TRY 2,500). Required documents include passport photos, proof of funds, a travel itinerary, hotel bookings, a letter of invitation if visiting family or friends, and evidence of ties to Turkey (employment, property, family). Passport must be valid for the duration of the intended stay. Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) are required at a VAC, costing an additional CAD 85.

Processing times vary from 2 to 8 weeks depending on the season and application volume. Apply well in advance. If you hold a valid US visa or US permanent resident card, you may qualify for an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) instead, which is simpler and costs only CAD 7. Canadian immigration at the port of entry may ask about your trip purpose, length of stay, and proof of funds. A border officer determines the actual length of stay, up to 6 months.

Direct flights from Istanbul (IST) to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) run about 10 hours 30 minutes on Turkish Airlines and Air Canada. Istanbul to Montreal (YUL) runs about 10 hours on Turkish Airlines. Canada uses the Canadian dollar (CAD), trading at roughly 25 TRY per CAD 1. The UP Express from Toronto Pearson to Union Station takes 25 minutes for CAD 12.35 (TRY 309). Toronto's PRESTO card works on TTC subway, buses, and streetcars at CAD 3.35 per ride. Card payments work everywhere in Canada.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IST

Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.

Facts

IST–YYT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to St. John's route.
Route details
Time difference-5.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: YYT
Full nameSt. John's International Airport
IATA / ICAOYYT / CYYT
TimezoneAmerica/St_Johns
Passengers/yr1.4M
Elevation461 ft / 141 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to YYT flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Dublin, London Gatwick and Charles de Gaulle.
St. John's is 5.5 hours behind Istanbul.
Yes, return flights from YYT to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dublin, London Gatwick and Charles de Gaulle. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.