Cheap flights from New York to Istanbul from $166

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7:30 pm - 11:55 pmEWR-IST
20h 25m1 stop
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12:25 pm - 6:20 pmIST-EWR
13h 55m1 stop
$400Icelandair
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Wed, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 21
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7:25 pm - 11:55 pmJFK-IST
20h 30m1 stop
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12:25 pm - 6:10 pmIST-JFK
13h 45m1 stop
$400Icelandair
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Wed, Nov 19 - Fri, Nov 28
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6:20 pm - 3:00 pmJFK-IST
13h 40m1 stop
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4:45 am - 9:40 pmIST-JFK
23h 55m2 stops
Sun, Sep 28 - Sat, Oct 11
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11:30 pm - 4:10 amJFK-IST
20h 40m1 stop
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5:10 am - 5:10 pmIST-JFK
20h 00m1 stop
$513Delta
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Tue, Dec 30 - Tue, Jan 20
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1:00 am - 3:25 amJFK-IST
19h 25m1 stop
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5:10 am - 7:05 pmIST-JFK
21h 55m1 stop
$514Delta
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Sat, Oct 18 - Tue, Nov 25
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6:05 pm - 10:45 pmEWR-IST
20h 40m1 stop
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6:30 am - 4:00 pmIST-EWR
17h 30m1 stop
$517Lufthansa
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Sun, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 26
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5:55 pm - 7:00 pmEWR-IST
18h 05m1 stop
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3:15 pm - 2:05 pmIST-EWR
30h 50m1 stop
$533British Airways
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Wed, Aug 27 - Mon, Nov 10
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10:35 pm - 5:45 pmEWR-IST
12h 10m1 stop
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7:35 am - 7:35 pmIST-EWR
20h 00m1 stop
$540British Airways
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Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 12
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8:05 pm - 9:20 pmEWR-IST
18h 15m1 stop
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6:30 am - 2:47 pmIST-EWR
16h 17m2 stops
$543United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Nov 25
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3:20 pm - 10:45 pmLGA-IST
23h 25m2 stops
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6:30 am - 6:43 pmIST-LGA
20h 13m2 stops
$553United Airlines
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Delta flights from New York to Istanbul Airport

Our best Delta deals on New York to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Delta
Dec 30
JFK11:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 40m
1 stop
IST4:10 amIstanbul
Jan 20
IST5:10 amIstanbul
20h 00m
1 stop
JFK5:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
Oct 18
JFK1:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 25m
1 stop
IST3:25 amIstanbul
Nov 25
IST5:10 amIstanbul
21h 55m
1 stop
JFK7:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Delta
Sep 2
EWR3:40 pmNewark
28h 45m
2 stops
IST3:25 amIstanbul
Nov 18
IST5:10 amIstanbul
17h 45m
1 stop
EWR2:55 pmNewark

United Airlines flights from New York to Istanbul Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on New York to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 2
EWR8:05 pmNewark
18h 15m
1 stop
IST9:20 pmIstanbul
Nov 25
IST6:30 amIstanbul
16h 17m
2 stops
EWR2:47 pmNewark
United Airlines
Dec 1
LGA3:20 pmNew York LaGuardia
23h 25m
2 stops
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Dec 12
IST6:30 amIstanbul
20h 13m
2 stops
LGA6:43 pmNew York LaGuardia
United Airlines
Dec 9
LGA7:25 pmNew York LaGuardia
19h 20m
2 stops
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Dec 24
IST6:30 amIstanbul
19h 41m
2 stops
LGA6:11 pmNew York LaGuardia

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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 $838. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until January to fly from New York, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $872.

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 $957. 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 $1,054.

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 $811. Flying to Istanbul Airport at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,003.

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 $986 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 $838 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 11% 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 July 2025, prices for New York to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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$166

Fastest flight time

12h 10m

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from New York in the past 72 hours is $166. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $400.
The fastest flight from New York to Istanbul Airport takes 12h 10m
Direct flights go from New York to Istanbul Airport every day.

  • How far is New York to Istanbul by plane?

    There are 4987.0 mi between New York and Istanbul. Flights usually cover this in 12h 10m, 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.

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  • 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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Best airlines flying from New York to Istanbul Airport

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Norse Atlantic AirwaysPriceFrom $255Free CancellationRating
7.1
157 reviews
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French BeePriceFrom $313Free CancellationRating
6.0
72 reviews
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IcelandairPriceFrom $370Free CancellationRating
7.0
514 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $491Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,109 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $491Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,952 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $512Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SAUDIAPriceFrom $557Free CancellationRating
7.4
619 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $581Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,467 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $587Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,372 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $613Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,096 reviews
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  • JetBlue Flights From New York to Istanbul Airport

    JetBlue flies from New York to Istanbul Airport around 6 times per week, with 2,913 momondo users rating the airline 7.3/10. The cheapest JetBlue deal from New York to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was $615 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $1,451 for JetBlue flights on this route.

  • Turkish Airlines Flights From New York to Istanbul Airport

    Another popular option for New York to Istanbul Airport flights is Turkish Airlines (7.3/10, 3,896 ratings). Turkish Airlines flies from New York to Istanbul Airport around 34 times per week, with deals starting from $786 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $1,015.


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