Pendik, Istanbul to Montréal (SAW–YUL) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
While no nonstop service exists between SAW and YUL, 1-stop connecting options are available.
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Other ways to reach Montréal from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→YUL | IST→YUL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 6 |
| Weekly flights | – | 27 |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 11:00 AM in Montréal.
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.
The 747 Express bus departs from the arrivals level every 20–30 minutes around the clock (CAD $11). It stops at several downtown métro stations, making it convenient for most city-centre destinations. Taxis from the arrivals level charge a flat rate of CAD $45 to downtown; Uber and Lyft are available from a separate ride-share zone.Rental car facilities are located on-site in the terminal complex. During winter, confirm road conditions before driving; Highway 20 can be slow or briefly closed during heavy snowstorms.
Continental climate with dramatic seasonal swings. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winters (December–March) are severe, with temperatures regularly dropping to −15°C or colder and heavy snowfall that causes frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are transitional and relatively pleasant, though spring snowstorms are not unusual. Pack serious winter gear from November through March; ice storms in early spring create particularly difficult travel conditions.
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Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and Munich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).