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Find cheap flights from New York to Istanbul from £281

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from New York to Istanbul (NYC-IST)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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23:55 - 20:00JFK-IST
13h 05m1 stop
05:30 - 22:00IST-JFK
23h 30m1 stop
Sun, 20 Oct - Thu, 24 Oct
23:55 - 02:10JFK-IST
19h 15m1 stop
05:30 - 22:00IST-JFK
23h 30m1 stop
Sun, 22 Sep - Thu, 26 Sep
17:00 - 16:30EWR-IST
16h 30m1 stop
07:25 - 14:40IST-EWR
15h 15m1 stop
£597Delta
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Mon, 9 Sep - Tue, 4 Feb
12:25 - 16:30JFK-IST
21h 05m2 stops
07:25 - 17:20IST-JFK
17h 55m1 stop
£600Delta
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Mon, 9 Sep - Tue, 4 Feb
19:30 - 14:55JFK-IST
12h 25m1 stop
05:30 - 12:30IST-JFK
14h 00m1 stop
£631Air Serbia
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Thu, 17 Oct - Thu, 31 Oct
19:30 - 14:55JFK-IST
12h 25m1 stop
05:30 - 12:30IST-JFK
14h 00m1 stop
£639Air Serbia
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Thu, 17 Oct - Thu, 31 Oct
21:15 - 16:45EWR-IST
12h 30m1 stop
08:25 - 19:20IST-EWR
17h 55m1 stop
£688British Airways
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Mon, 9 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct
21:15 - 16:40EWR-IST
12h 25m1 stop
17:10 - 13:55IST-EWR
27h 45m1 stop
£698British Airways
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Sun, 14 Jul - Thu, 29 Aug
06:55 - 23:40JFK-IST
9h 45mdirect
07:05 - 10:45IST-JFK
10h 40mdirect
£720Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 26 Aug - Mon, 23 Sep
06:55 - 23:40JFK-IST
9h 45mdirect
07:05 - 10:45IST-JFK
10h 40mdirect
£727Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 17 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct

Flights from New York to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest New York to Istanbul Airport flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from New York to Istanbul Airport.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from New York to Istanbul Airport cost £404 and was between Newark Airport and Istanbul Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £461.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Istanbul?

The average price of all flights from New York to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For New York to Istanbul, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Saturday is the most expensive. Flying from Istanbul back to New York, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost £692 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is £1,024 and £1,019 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from New York to Istanbul Airport?

The average price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £505 on average

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 84 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on TAROM (£391) and Egypt Air (£419). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on Delta (£597) and Air Serbia (£631).

Which airlines fly direct between New York and Istanbul Airport?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport.
There is just one airline that flies from New York to Istanbul Airport direct and that is Turkish Airlines. The best one-way deal found from Turkish Airlines for the route is £708.

How many flights are there between New York and Istanbul Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 8 and 11 nonstop flights that take off from New York and land in Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 9h 53m. The most common departure time is 00:00 and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 71 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between New York and Istanbul Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from New York to Istanbul take?

Direct flights from New York generally make it to Istanbul in 9h 40m. The flying distance between the two cities is 4,987 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from New York to Istanbul?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from New York at 00:05 and will be landing in Istanbul Airport at 16:50.

What’s the latest departure time from New York to Istanbul?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from New York to Istanbul Airport jets off at 19:25 and lands at 12:35.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from New York to Istanbul

Low season

February

High season

July

Cheapest flight

£281
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York to Istanbul

When to book flights from New York to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking New York to Istanbul flights

  • Which facilities are available in the Istanbul airports?

    SAW offers duty-free shops, bars, and cafeterias. It also houses banks, currency exchange services, shuttle taxis, car parks, emergency medical services, and car rentals. On the other hand, IST offers lounges, car parking, numerous kiosks, newsstands, grocery stores, florists, hairdressing, and photography services. There are also shoe shine services, banking offices, ATMs, pharmacies, and travel agents.

  • How can I reach John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) by public transit?

    To get to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) via public transit, you can take the AirTrain. This rapid transit system serves JFK and connects to the LIRR at Jamaica Station. You can also take a shuttle or car service from downtown to JFK.

  • Do Istanbul airports have lounges?

    Yes. All Istanbul airports provide lounges for first-class and business-class travelers. Regular class travelers can access these lounges if they pay at the door. IST has seven lounges, some are airline while others are alliance lounges. SAW offers two lounges for domestic and international flights. These lounges are equipped with Wi-Fi, showers, entertainment, and complimentary drinks or snacks.

  • What lounges are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    IST has several lounges, including IGA Lounge, Turkish Airlines Lounge Miles & Smiles, SkyTeam Lounge, and Turkish Airlines Business Lounge in the security section. Also, outside security, there is the Turkish Airlines Lounge. The lounges offer services such as food, drink showers, etc.

  • Are there airport hotels in Istanbul?

    Yes. SAW airport has two hotels on-site, including Kepler Club Sabiha Gokcen Airport and the ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel. They provide luggage transfer services and airy rooms right at the airport’s terminals. IST houses the Yotel Istanbul Hotel on the landside and the airside of the airport. One is located in the passport control area and the other in the Duty-Free area.

  • Where can I find a peaceful place to spend some time before flying out of New York?

    JFK offers sleep pods for travelers to relax before catching their flights. They are located inside the TWA hotel and others in terminal 5. In addition, you can also head to terminal 4, where there is an interfaith chapel for relaxing and meditation. These options allow travelers to sit and relax in a busy airport.

  • Are Istanbul airports wheelchair-accessible?

    Yes. IST offers wheelchair assistance, travel documentation assistance, and wheelchair-accessible transport services. They also provide wheelchair lifts and ramps to access the airport levels. SAW offers accessible shuttles, concourses, facilities, washrooms, and wheelchair assistance for reduced mobility travelers.

  • Where is the rental car center at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    The car rental center in IST is located on the side of domestic arrivals. Just walk into the rental center, and you will be faced with different car rental companies, such as Avec Rent a Car, Avis, Budget, Gold Car, etc. We recommend that you book your car rental at the same time you're booking a flight to avoid long queues at IST.

  • What documents do I require to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    To fly from New York to Istanbul Airport, ensure you have a valid passport and a Visa depending on your stay in Istanbul. You can also apply for an iVisa when visiting Istanbul, which is an electronic document linked to your passport. This document serves to save you time at Turkey customs in IST.

  • Can I leave my car at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    You can leave your car at JFK when traveling to Istanbul for an extended stay. The airport offers long-term parking options in all terminals, with a free AirTrain connecting JFK’s Long Term Parking lots to all Terminals. If you plan to park for over 30 days, be sure to contact ABM on arrival at the airport to avoid towing and retrieval costs.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport was £351 for a one-way ticket and £684 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Istanbul?

    New York has 2 major airports: Newark and New York John F Kennedy Intl. Istanbul is the only airport in Istanbul. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from New York to Istanbul?

    Delta, Air France, and Asiana Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the New York to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Istanbul?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the New York to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from New York to Istanbul?

    There are direct flights from New York to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Istanbul

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Istanbul to New York? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £491 or less one-way and £463 or less round-trip.
  • When you fly from New York to Istanbul, you can depart New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). JFK is bigger than EWR, and it offers more international passenger flights than EWR. It also features more facilities and transport services than EWR. However, if you are coming from the west side of Manhattan, it is easier to take flights from EWR.
  • If you're planning to visit Istanbul from New York, you can fly out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). JFK is ideal for your flight from New York to Istanbul Airport due to its plethora of facilities, such as shops, lounges, and dining options.
  • Since Istanbul uses the Turkish Lira, consider seeking currency exchange services from your departure airport. If you leave JFK, you can get currency exchange services at Terminal 1 and 8 at the arrivals and departures levels. If traveling from EWR, you can find currency exchange seduces at Terminal C on the arrivals level and near Gaye 80, 120, and 132.
  • Located in the Northern Queens in New York, LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is another ideal choice for travelers seeking a small airport experience. LGA also boasts better connectivity to the city thanks to frequent buses that connect to the airport.
  • Travelers flying out with babies or toddlers will find nursing rooms at departure airports. JFK Terminal 1, 2, and 3 offer nursing rooms with lockable doors, sinks, power outlets, and baby changing stations. At EWR, there are nursing rooms at Terminal A, B, and C on the airside levels.
  • On average, 8719 lb of CO₂ per person is emitted by New York to Istanbul Airport flights alone. A more sustainable option would be to book Pegasus Airlines or Delta Airlines, whose flights feature sustainable measures and commitment to net zero emissions.
  • When flying from New York, your flight can land at two arrival airports. They include the Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Istanbul International Airport lies 19 miles from the city center, while Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport lies 11 miles from the city center.
  • Istanbul International Airport (IST) is larger than Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. It offers more facilities and transport means to and from the airport. However, consider going for SAW if you are looking for a less crowded airport during arrivals.
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Prefer to fly direct from New York to Istanbul?

Find which airlines fly direct from New York to Istanbul, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

New York to Istanbul

Monday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Tuesday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Wednesday

Avianca, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Thursday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Friday

Avianca, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Saturday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Sunday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to New York

Monday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Tuesday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Wednesday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Thursday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Friday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Saturday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

Sunday

Avianca, IndiGo, JetBlue, +5 more

Avianca, IndiGo, +6 more

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Top airline flying from New York to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3707 reviews
7.4Boarding
7.8Crew
7.4Comfort
7.5Entertainment
7.4Food
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Excellent service and comfort from the moment you check in. Flight crew is hyper focused on making passengers comfortable and at ease. It’s like a flying hotel!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2024JFK - IST
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Excellent service and comfort from the moment you check in. Flight crew is hyper focused on making passengers comfortable and at ease. It’s like a flying hotel!

Only chicken as a meat dish through out the flight

Nothing really was great as such. Seen other no name airlines perform better.

Quality of service on board was very inconsistent. FA service primarily seemed robotic and they barely engaged with passengers

I’m unclear why I had to pay extra for assigned seats as Turkish airlines did not honor the seating. We were placed across the aisle from each other on TK 34, and were seated behind one another on TK 694. Because my name was misspelled on e-ticket (Klawiter, instead of Klawitter) I could not log onto website to get the connection gate number in Istanbul. The monitors in the airport were a jumbled mess 1/2 Arabic and 1/2 English.

On line check in needs a lot of improvement. I tried and gave up.

Food not good, flight attendants not the best, not accommodating very ruff

the female flight attendant was racist towards me. I could tell she treated the two other passengers next to me with more softness.

Oh my god! For an13 hour flight they serve you food just one time. Also don’t be thirsty they give you a little small cup of soda to drink. They seem like their goal is to feed you one so they don’t have to be bothered with you. It quite surprise for such a long flight there are several times to eat at least three and the food was well lackluster. The food and lack of offering drinks which were always hot no ice provided.

We were traveling first class. Checkin counter lady and her manager, both were in bad mood and did not treat us well about checking in the handbag. The gate agent took care of it right away. I travel Turkish twice a year in first class. No one has ever refused to check in the hand bag. Not sure, why this agent and her manager refused. Everything else was excellent.

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Cheapest flights to Istanbul from New York found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from New York to Istanbul found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/5Sun
1 stop
13h 55mJFK-IST
£281
12/5Sun
1 stop
13h 55mJFK-IST
£283
6/6Thu
2 stopsTAROM
23h 20mJFK-IST
£391
6/6Thu
2 stopsTAROM
21h 45mJFK-IST
£391
13/5Mon
1 stopEgypt Air
30h 50mEWR-IST
£419
13/5Mon
1 stopEgypt Air
17h 00mEWR-IST
£420
12/5Sun
directTurkish Airlines
9h 55mJFK-IST
£455
12/5Sun
directTurkish Airlines
9h 45mEWR-IST
£460
8/8Thu
1 stopQatar Airways
24h 15mJFK-IST
£486
9/8Fri
1 stopQatar Airways
24h 15mJFK-IST
£510

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Last minute flights from New York to Istanbul

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from New York to Istanbul that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/5Sat
multi-stopBritish Airways
14h 20mJFK-IST
9/5Thu
multi-stopBritish Airways
14h 45mIST-JFK
£740
6/5Mon
multi-stopBritish Airways
13h 35mJFK-IST
14/5Tue
multi-stopBritish Airways
16h 40mIST-JFK
£752
6/5Mon
multi-stopIcelandair
20h 15mJFK-IST
10/5Fri
multi-stopIcelandair
18h 10mIST-JFK
£753
3/5Fri
multi-stop
18h 50mEWR-IST
8/5Wed
multi-stop
39h 07mIST-EWR
£760
6/5Mon
multi-stopLufthansa
16h 30mEWR-IST
14/5Tue
multi-stopLufthansa
16h 30mIST-EWR
£762
4/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
20h 05mJFK-IST
11/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
13h 05mIST-JFK
£775
6/5Mon
multi-stopIcelandair
20h 15mJFK-IST
16/5Thu
multi-stopIcelandair
17h 30mIST-JFK
£780
6/5Mon
multi-stop
17h 35mJFK-IST
8/5Wed
multi-stop
19h 39mIST-JFK
£928
3/5Fri
directTurkish Airlines
10h 10mJFK-IST
16/5Thu
directTurkish Airlines
10h 40mIST-JFK
£1,025
2/5Thu
directTurkish Airlines
9h 40mJFK-IST
13/5Mon
directTurkish Airlines
10h 40mIST-JFK
£1,089

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New York - Istanbul Flights

Destination:

Istanbul (IST)Türkiye

Return flight deals:

Istanbul - New York

Cabin classes:

£3,144
£461

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