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$232 Cheap flights to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Istanbul departing on 5/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 3:40 am
JFK
-
IST
27h 30m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 5:00 pm
IST
-
JFK
19h 30m
1 stop
$558Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 8:30 am
JFK
-
IST
12h 35m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 11:25 am
IST
-
JFK
21h 35m
1 stop
$559Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 12
KLM Logo
6:15 pm - 9:00 pm
JFK
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SAW
19h 45m
1 stop
KLM Logo
8:50 am - 5:03 pm
SAW
-
JFK
15h 13m
1 stop
$582KLM
Tue, Apr 21 - Thu, Apr 30
KLM Logo
4:40 pm - 5:05 pm
JFK
-
SAW
17h 25m
1 stop
KLM Logo
8:50 am - 8:30 pm
SAW
-
JFK
18h 40m
2 stops
$588KLM
Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, Apr 28
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 4:20 pm
LGA
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IST
19h 20m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:19 pm
IST
-
LGA
23h 19m
2 stops
$618Delta
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
United Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 9:15 pm
LGA
-
IST
18h 50m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 9:30 pm
IST
-
LGA
22h 50m
2 stops
$641United Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 21
United Airlines Logo
7:29 pm - 9:15 pm
LGA
-
IST
18h 46m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 10:36 pm
IST
-
LGA
15h 41m
2 stops
$646United Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 7:15 pm
LAX
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IST
13h 05mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 11:40 am
IST
-
LAX
13h 40mnonstop
$655Turkish Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 7:15 pm
LAX
-
IST
13h 05mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 6:15 pm
IST
-
LAX
13h 45mnonstop
$656Turkish Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 4:20 pm
LGA
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IST
16h 20m
2 stops
Delta Logo
4:25 am - 7:29 pm
IST
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LGA
22h 04m
2 stops
$669Delta
Mon, Apr 13 - Mon, Apr 20

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Cheapest round-trip

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/13

5:10 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

4:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$558

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/28

12:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

8:50 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 35m

$559

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/21

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 4/30

8:50 am-5:03 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$582

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/20

4:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 4/28

8:50 am-8:30 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$588

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/7

2:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 4/21

6:00 am-10:19 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$618

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/7

7:25 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 4/21

5:40 am-9:30 pm

2 stops22h 50m

$641

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/5

7:29 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops18h 46m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

1:55 pm-10:36 pm

2 stops15h 41m

$646
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/1

8:10 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop13h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 4/8

8:00 am-11:40 am

Nonstop13h 40m

$655

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

8:10 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop13h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

2:30 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop13h 45m

$656

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/13

5:00 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops16h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

4:25 am-7:29 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$669

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $649. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $687.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Istanbul?

Users booking trips to Istanbul from Kayseri found flights 86% cheaper than the average price of flights to Istanbul. To find the cheapest price to Istanbul from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from United States to Istanbul is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $906. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Saturday is $978.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is at noon. Flights from United States to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $713. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $961 on average. Flights to Istanbul from United States in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $871 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from United States for as low as $749 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Istanbul

Find the cheapest flights to Istanbul from your nearest city or airport
Find flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM LOS ANGELESFebruary28% cheaperFlying from Los Angeles to Istanbul costs on average just $709 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM LOS ANGELESJune43% more expensiveIt costs about $1,405 for flights to Istanbul from Los Angeles in June
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM LOS ANGELESJune310% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Istanbul from Los Angeles in June than any other month

Cheap Istanbul flight deals and tips

Summary info about Istanbul flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$232

Best Round-Trip Price

$558

Fastest flight time

12h 35m

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June
The best one-way flight price to Istanbul from United States in the last 72 hours is $232 (Newark to Istanbul).
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The best round-trip flight price to Istanbul from United States in the last 72 hours is $558 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul).
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The fastest flight to Istanbul from United States takes 12h 35m (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul).
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June has the highest demand for flights to Istanbul, with a 17% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Istanbul

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Istanbul?

Visitors planning their vacations to Istanbul should book their flights for July or August if they are planning on visiting Suadiye Plaji. For those looking to visit another area beach, Solar Beach is a great option in the Istanbul area.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

We recommend purchasing flights from United States to Istanbul 89 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Istanbul for $849. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from United States to Istanbul for as low as $727.

Is there an alternative airport near Istanbul?

Those flying to Istanbul could potentially find better pricing at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (20 mi from Istanbul city center), Tekirdağ Corlu Airport (55 mi from Istanbul city center), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (61 mi from Istanbul city center) or Bursa Yenişehir Airport (62 mi from Istanbul city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Istanbul?

The cheapest airport near Istanbul is typically Bursa Yenişehir Airport with an average price of $158/person. These prices vary based on where travelers are coming from. It is suggested that travelers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Fatih?

Yes, if you fly to Istanbul in Istanbul which is the closest available airport to Fatih (20.3 mi away).

What’s the closest airport to Taksim Square?

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen airport is 19.4 mi from Taksim Square in Istanbul, making it the closest airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Istanbul?

Prices for flights to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Istanbul?

There are 87 operators available for flights to Istanbul as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Istanbul?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Istanbul?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Istanbul. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Can I find flights to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Istanbul with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Istanbul?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight to Istanbul.

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