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£250 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to New York

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to New York, 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 Istanbul to New York, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£385
Typical prices: £510-£577
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 7/5Wed 20/5
IST - EWR • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£482
Typical prices: £508-£582
Turkish Airlines
Tue 28/4Mon 4/5
IST - EWR • Direct
Advice from real travellers
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At IST, expect lengthy waits at security during busy times.
Travel between JFK and Manhattan via subway or train to avoid traffic.
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Cheapest • 18% average savings
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Cheapest • Avg £331 (return)
Shortest trip • 12h 45m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to New York (IST-NYC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to New York 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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Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to New York

Thu, 7 May - Wed, 20 May
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 14:59
IST
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EWR
17h 29m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:20 - 03:40
EWR
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IST
27h 20m
2 stops
£385Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, 19 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 13:15
IST
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EWR
15h 45m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:45 - 03:40
EWR
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IST
26h 55m
2 stops
£386Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 17 Apr - Mon, 1 Jun
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 14:59
IST
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EWR
17h 29m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:15 - 03:40
EWR
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IST
27h 25m
1 stop
£391Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 16 May - Tue, 26 May
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 13:15
IST
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EWR
15h 45m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:20 - 03:40
EWR
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IST
27h 20m
2 stops
£392Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 15 May - Mon, 25 May
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
04:30 - 14:59
IST
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EWR
17h 29m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
17:45 - 03:40
EWR
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IST
26h 55m
2 stops
£393Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, 2 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
LOT Logo
11:30 - 15:40
IST
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JFK
35h 10m
2 stops
LOT Logo
17:40 - 23:50
JFK
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IST
23h 10m
1 stop
£425LOT
Sat, 13 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun
United Airlines Logo
05:50 - 23:30
IST
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LGA
24h 40m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
16:45 - 21:15
LGA
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IST
21h 30m
2 stops
£498United Airlines
Wed, 1 Apr - Tue, 5 May
United Airlines Logo
05:40 - 16:08
IST
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LGA
17h 28m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
14:50 - 13:00
LGA
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IST
15h 10m
2 stops
£505United Airlines
Thu, 16 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
Delta Logo
06:00 - 15:48
IST
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LGA
16h 48m
2 stops
Delta Logo
14:59 - 16:20
LGA
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IST
18h 21m
2 stops
£508Delta
Mon, 30 Mar - Mon, 1 Jun
Delta Logo
06:00 - 16:15
IST
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LGA
17h 15m
2 stops
Delta Logo
16:00 - 16:20
LGA
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IST
17h 20m
2 stops
£509Delta
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Istanbul to New York flights

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

How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to New York?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York departing in May.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Istanbul Airport to New York costs £611 on the route between Istanbul Airport (IST) and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 18% cheaper than other Istanbul Airport-New York routes. The most popular route is between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Newark Airport (EWR).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Istanbul to New York, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Istanbul, you’ll find the best rates on Mondays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York, 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 Istanbul Airport to New York is February, where tickets cost £461 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £581 and £550 respectively.

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

The average return 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 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £500 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to New York, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to New York, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to New York

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on EWR

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, The Points Guy, and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul to New York

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£250
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul to Newark Liberty Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to New York

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to New York based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Istanbul to New York: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Istanbul to New York 
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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JFK
Jan 2026
Don’t board the aircraft empty stomach. Bring some food with you because you won’t get any food served for a quiet a while
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
IST
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JFK
May 2025
We got in line for passport control instead of going to the transfer section after arriving from Zagreb and wasted precious time. We wish there were obvious signs to show transfer passengers where to go. (Maybe we missed the signs?) The food was delicious and the crew were excellent.

FAQs for booking Istanbul to New York flights

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to New York was £250 for a one-way ticket and £385 for a return.

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

    Istanbul is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in New York. You will leave Istanbul from Istanbul and you will be arriving in New York at one of these airports: Newark or New York John F Kennedy Intl.

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

    Only Lufthansa offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Istanbul to New York flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to New York, Turkish Airlines or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to New York are Turkish Airlines and British Airways. With an average price for the route of £557 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £414 and an overall rating of 6.7.

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

    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 Istanbul to New York.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to New York?

    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 New York with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline.

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

    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 New York from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to New York?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to New York.
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Istanbul to New York

Monday

Turkish Airlines

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Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

Turkish Airlines

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

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Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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New York to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

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Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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Friday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Istanbul to New York

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to New York. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to New York? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4256 reviews
7.5Food
7.3Comfort
7.8Crew
7.3Boarding
7.5Entertainment
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Cabin was kept very hot and it was uncomfortable. Entertainment system did not work at my seat. Crew and service is fantastic

6.0 GoodRob, Mar 2026
IST - IAD
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Cabin was kept very hot and it was uncomfortable. Entertainment system did not work at my seat. Crew and service is fantastic

Extremely bad BAD BAD BAD. NEVER TURKISH AIRLINES EVER AGAIN..PIRATES COMPANY.

Typically great service from Turkish with comfortable seat and amenitie, good food and great attention from staff.

Delicious food, comfortable and clean plane. It's a little cramped in the hall in front of the gate.

Very hot cabin made long flight uncomfortable, even in business class! Food was great. Istanbul business lounge had great food but too few bathrooms and seating . They also need more electric outlets for charging devices. Appreciate the ability to go through fast track lines w business class

The crew on this flight provided exceptional business class service to me.

The staff at the boarding or the rudest uninformative and no English whatsoever they’re very rude as if they are envious of you travelling I don’t understand how could someone would be this rude and this out of touch and cold

You charged me for luggage although the airline does not- you charged me for seat when customers can pick their own seat at checkout in I travel to Europe slot and I will not use kayak again

Requested food options were always finished. Supplied food items were good but of course not the desired choices.

The airport staff never announced that boarding has started. Both at iad or Islamabad or Istanbul.

Did not like the seating configuration at all with 2+3+2 in business class. Lacking total privacy and comfort

Excellent. The crew and flight were great. Checking in was easy and everyone was very helpful.

Plane was extremely delayed, but not all of it was BA fault (some was). Worst part was lack of room - this had as much space as an Allegiant flight. I thought transatlantic usually gave you an extra inch or two, but not this one. Entertainment system sporadically worked and didn’t have great options. Overhead bins are old and tiny, not as good as aunties new planes.

I was in a bulkhead seat and my tray table wasn't level. Eating was difficult.

It was great. Enough space and room for legs . Great service to.

Well unfortunately our connecting was cancelled and next flight delayed. Was in airport 9 hours. Flight itself was good. I’m sure it was a FAA problem.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

1. The website didn’t allow me to checkin from London as I have Bangladesh passport with US permanent resident card. This pushed me to sit with my wife in the middle of two aisle seats, terrible experience! 2. BA should allow within 24 hours to checkin with other passport holders to choose better seats. A 2nd verification of travel documents can be done at the desk about immigration status. 3. Food options were poor for vegetarian passengers, try to introduce healthy options avoiding carb-dense food ingredients.

It was perfect. The service was exceptional. I would never want to cross the Atlantic in anyone else's sardine tins.

I paid for full WIFI- it was terrible, kept being in and out could not listen to a podcast

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