How many flights depart from New York to Istanbul on average per week?

As of November 2025, 126 flights take off from New York and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 9h 35m to fly from New York to Istanbul if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of New York and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 12h 15m.

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from New York according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 81% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from New York to Istanbul on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 18 flights per day flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 51% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from New York to Istanbul were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Istanbul?

There are 17 operators available for flights from New York to Istanbul as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Istanbul?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Istanbul.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $645 to $988. The lowest price recently found on this route was $579.

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Mar 25

EWR1:25 amNewark

9h 45m

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IST7:00 pmIstanbul

10h 45m

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JFK12:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Nov 27

JFK12:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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Mar 6

EWR8:35 amNewark

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IST4:50 amIstanbul

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Feb 6

JFK5:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

15h 50m

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IST4:50 amIstanbul

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Mar 6

EWR3:58 pmNewark

27h 52m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $767. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of October, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $794.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $938. 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 $1,039.

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 to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $772. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $985 on average. Flights to Istanbul from New York in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $932 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 for as low as $842 on momondo.

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A flight from New York to Istanbul will travel around 5007.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 9h 45m.
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Istanbul?
There are 17 operators available for flights from New York to Istanbul as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Istanbul?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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French Bee	PriceFrom $313	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 79 reviews	Search French Bee flights
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LOT	PriceFrom $489	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,134 reviews	Search LOT flights
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $938. 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 $1,039.

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What cabin class options are available on New York to Istanbul flights?

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

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

How many flights depart from New York to Istanbul on average per day?

As of November 2025, there are 18 flights per day flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00PM, with 51% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from New York to Istanbul on average per week?

As of November 2025, 126 flights take off from New York and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 9h 35m to fly from New York to Istanbul if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of New York and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 12h 15m.

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