Traveling from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport (YYJ): What you need to know
The timezone in Victoria is UTC-8, which is 11 hours behind Istanbul. Victoria International Airport is located in Victoria.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Istanbul to YYJ. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Whether you're eager to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to YYJ.
IST is around 40 kilometers from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometers from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to YYJ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
About Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near YYJ:
Pick up a Victoria International Airport rental car and explore Victoria and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Victoria International Airport flight.
Getting from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to central Victoria
From Victoria International Airport, central Victoria is around 27 kilometers away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center by car.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport is $521. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,011. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to YYJ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Affordable Istanbul to Victoria International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to YYJ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to visit Victoria. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport (YYJ), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Victoria is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your Istanbul to YYJ plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Victoria
Start your Victoria trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Victoria International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Victoria when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Prince of Whales Whale Watching followed by Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada and Inner Harbour.
Explore more of Canada
Victoria has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 97 kilometers northeast of Victoria, a trip to Abbotsford will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Tanglebank Gardens, EcoDairy and Ripples Winery.
Coquitlam is another favorite destination in Canada and is around 88 kilometers northeast of Victoria. No trip is complete without visiting Laurentian Park, Como Lake Park and Trapped Coquitlam - Real Life Escape Games.