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 79% 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 August 2025, there are 24 flights per day flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00AM, with 45% of flights taking off in the morning.

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

As of August 2025, 171 flights take off from New York and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 9h 45m 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.

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 August 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.

$277 Cheap Flights from New York to Istanbul in 2025

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $756 to $1,037. The lowest price recently found on this route was $620.

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11:00 pm - 12:05 amEWR-IST

18h 05m1 stop

6:45 am - 9:00 pmIST-EWR

21h 15m1 stop

$620

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Sat, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 17

5:30 pm - 7:15 pmEWR-SAW

18h 45m3 stops

12:30 pm - 1:15 pmSAW-EWR

31h 45m2 stops

$620

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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15

10:35 pm - 8:15 pmEWR-IST

14h 40m1 stop

7:35 am - 7:35 pmIST-EWR

20h 00m1 stop

$629British Airways

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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 12

9:50 pm - 5:00 pmJFK-IST

12h 10m1 stop

2:00 pm - 8:05 pmIST-JFK

13h 05m1 stop

$636Lufthansa

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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17

9:25 pm - 12:40 amEWR-IST

20h 15m1 stop

7:35 am - 7:35 pmIST-EWR

20h 00m1 stop

$639British Airways

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Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Nov 15

6:45 am - 11:25 pmJFK-IST

9h 40mnonstop

7:15 am - 10:55 amIST-JFK

10h 40mnonstop

$640Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 15

6:45 am - 11:25 pmJFK-IST

9h 40mnonstop

12:50 am - 4:30 amIST-JFK

10h 40mnonstop

$641Turkish Airlines

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Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 13

2:29 pm - 4:55 pmLGA-IST

18h 26m2 stops

4:50 am - 4:42 pmIST-LGA

19h 52m2 stops

$643Delta

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Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 10

4:30 pm - 4:55 pmLGA-IST

16h 25m2 stops

4:50 am - 9:27 pmIST-LGA

24h 37m2 stops

$648Delta

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Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 13

9:55 pm - 6:05 pmJFK-IST

12h 10m1 stop

7:00 pm - 8:10 pmIST-JFK

33h 10m1 stop

$654Lufthansa

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Air France flights from New York to Istanbul

Our best Air France deals on New York to Istanbul flight tickets

Air France

Sep 4

JFK11:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

IST3:25 amIstanbul

Nov 3

IST4:50 amIstanbul

20h 15m

1 stop

JFK5:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$653

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Oct 9

JFK11:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 55m

1 stop

IST3:25 amIstanbul

Oct 23

IST4:20 amIstanbul

18h 30m

1 stop

JFK3:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$663

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LOT flights from New York to Istanbul

Our best LOT deals on New York to Istanbul flight tickets

LOT

Oct 29

EWR11:35 pmNewark

31h 25m

1 stop

IST2:00 pmIstanbul

Nov 5

IST12:10 pmIstanbul

16h 50m

2 stops

EWR9:00 pmNewark

$621

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LOT

Oct 20

EWR7:45 pmNewark

31h 30m

2 stops

IST10:15 amIstanbul

Nov 2

IST12:10 pmIstanbul

16h 15m

2 stops

EWR8:25 pmNewark

$630

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LOT

Sep 13

JFK5:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

15h 55m

1 stop

IST4:40 pmIstanbul

Mar 28

IST12:10 pmIstanbul

16h 25m

2 stops

JFK9:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$633

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Sat 9/6

11:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

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Wed 9/17

6:45 am-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$620

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Wed 10/8

5:30 pm-7:15 pm

3 stops18h 45m

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Wed 10/15

12:30 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$620

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EWR - IST

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Sat 11/1

10:35 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 11/12

7:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$629

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JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/9

9:50 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 9/17

2:00 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$636

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 10/23

9:25 pm-12:40 am

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

7:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$639

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/16

6:45 am-11:25 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

7:15 am-10:55 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$640

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/2

6:45 am-11:25 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 10/13

12:50 am-4:30 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$641

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/4

2:29 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 26m

Istanbul

Mon 11/10

4:50 am-4:42 pm

2 stops19h 52m

$643

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 11/3

4:30 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

4:50 am-9:27 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$648

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/5

9:55 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop12h 10m

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Thu 11/13

7:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$654

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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, March 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 $836. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $859.

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 $942. 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 $1,041.

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 $794. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $989 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.

What is the cheapest New York 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $958 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 $841 on momondo.

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.

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Fastest flight time	9h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Istanbul	1 airport

The fastest flight from New York to Istanbul takes 9h 40m

Direct flights go from New York to Istanbul every day.

There is 1 airport near Istanbul: Istanbul (IST)

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How far is New York to Istanbul by plane?
A flight from New York to Istanbul will travel around 5007.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 9h 40m.
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 August 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.

Best airlines flying from New York to Istanbul

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French Bee	PriceFrom $313	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 75 reviews	Search French Bee flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $370	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 529 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
Delta	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $495	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,291 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $537	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 627 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Air France	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,469 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,388 reviews	Search KLM flights
LOT	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,110 reviews	Search LOT flights

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