What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul?

Icelandair, Air Serbia, and Gulf Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and JetBlue are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 77% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 21% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 182 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul?

As of December 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Istanbul is 119 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Q: How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 17 flights per day flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00AM, with 39% of flights taking off in the morning.

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Jan 22

JFK8:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 25m

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IST4:50 amIstanbul

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Jan 21

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $745. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $787.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $931. 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 $1,019.

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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $754. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $972 on average. Flights to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $928 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as $815 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights?

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How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul by plane?
New York John F Kennedy Intl and Istanbul are 5003.8 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 9h 40m by plane in normal conditions.
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As of December 2025, there are 15 operators available to choose from for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul

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What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul?

Icelandair, Air Serbia, and Gulf Air are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 182 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 21% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 17 flights per day flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00AM, with 39% of flights taking off in the morning.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per week?

The number of flights available between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Istanbul is 119 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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