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

23 flights are operational daily from New York to Istanbul Airport as of August 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00AM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New York you fly out of and what airport in Istanbul Airport you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Istanbul Airport takes 12h 17m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from New York according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of flights available between New York and Istanbul Airport is 166 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Istanbul Airport?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $431.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 15m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 05m.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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

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

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

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 to Istanbul Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $753 to $1,009. The lowest price recently found on this route was $618.

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Oct 13

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Oct 27

JFK5:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $832. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until October to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $856.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $941. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,038.

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

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $792. Flying to Istanbul Airport at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $988.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have New York to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for New York to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from New York in the past 72 hours is $429. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $668.

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How far is New York to Istanbul by plane?
There are 4987.0 mi between New York and Istanbul. Flights usually cover this in 9h 40m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?
There are 17 operators available for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport?
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 to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from New York to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between New York and Istanbul Airport, the leading plane model is Boeing 777-300ER, making up 27.58% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-900 with 23.96%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 21.32%, and Boeing 777-300 with 7.98%.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines (65% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are British Airways (12%), Delta (5%), and Lufthansa (5%).

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French Bee	PriceFrom $313	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 76 reviews	Search French Bee flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $370	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 534 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
Delta	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,977 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $497	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,316 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 7.4 629 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Air France	PriceFrom $562	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,469 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,382 reviews	Search KLM flights
LOT	PriceFrom $604	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,112 reviews	Search LOT flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From New York to Istanbul Airport
Turkish Airlines flies from New York to Istanbul Airport around 34 times per week, with 3,955 momondo users rating the airline 7.3/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from New York to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was $732 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $993 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

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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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have New York to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for New York to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York and Istanbul Airport?

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 33% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $431.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 12h 05m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 15m.

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

23 flights are operational daily from New York to Istanbul Airport as of August 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00AM, with 45% of flights per day taking off in the morning.

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

The number of flights available between New York and Istanbul Airport is 166 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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