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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport from £242

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — IST
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 December 2025.

Tue 30/1221:30JFK - IST
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Tue 20/104:50IST - JFK
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Deal found 26/12£510
Tue 30/1221:30JFK - IST
1 stop22h 20mDelta
Sun 18/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 26/12£511
Mon 29/1222:30JFK - IST
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Thu 15/104:50IST - JFK
1 stop16h 05mDelta
Deal found 26/12£514
Mon 29/1222:30JFK - IST
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Thu 15/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop25h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/12£515
Wed 31/1212:59JFK - IST
2 stops30h 51mDelta
Wed 21/104:50IST - JFK
1 stop17h 35mDelta
Deal found 26/12£517
Wed 31/1212:59JFK - IST
2 stops30h 51mDelta
Mon 19/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 26/12£518
Mon 29/1222:30JFK - IST
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Sun 18/117:55IST - JFK
2 stops35h 32mDelta
Deal found 26/12£522
Mon 29/1216:30JFK - IST
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Sun 1/204:50IST - JFK
1 stop17h 25mDelta
Deal found 26/12£523
Mon 29/1216:30JFK - IST
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Tue 20/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 26/12£524
Tue 30/1212:32JFK - IST
2 stops31h 18mDelta
Wed 14/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 26/12£527
Wed 31/1223:20JFK - IST
1 stop17h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 19/115:15IST - JFK
1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/12£528
Tue 30/1218:50JFK - IST
1 stop14h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 19/115:15IST - JFK
1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/12£529

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£427

One-way from

£242

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£777

Good round-trip deal

£533 or less

Good one-way deal

£450 or less
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  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 45m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 15m total
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 29/1

17:05-03:50

2 stops26h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

04:50-00:50

2 stops28h 00m

£427

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/4

21:50-21:25

1 stop16h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 15/4

13:55-20:05

1 stop13h 10m

£429

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 23/1

10:05-22:45

2 stops28h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

06:30-13:50

1 stop15h 20m

£432

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/3

01:00-03:50

1 stop18h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/3

04:50-00:45

2 stops26h 55m

£440

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

18:30-03:50

1 stop25h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 6/3

04:50-19:05

1 stop22h 15m

£442

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 25/2

15:40-18:05

1 stop18h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 29/3

05:50-16:14

2 stops41h 24m

£444

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 23/1

10:05-18:05

2 stops24h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 28/1

06:30-13:50

1 stop15h 20m

£458

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/4

16:40-01:20

1 stop25h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 16/4

06:00-17:03

1 stop18h 03m

£489

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 17/1

17:30-03:50

2 stops26h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 31/1

17:55-11:25

1 stop25h 30m

£518

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/5

19:25-21:25

2 stops19h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

13:55-15:00

2 stops32h 05m

£520

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Best time to book a flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £313). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £542). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JFK to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 December 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 26 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and British Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,115 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,115 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,115 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,618 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,115 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport can take about 16h 35m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £429. The distance from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is about 4984 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £304. Another option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at £388 return. Users have found that British Airways is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Turkish Airlines (77%), IndiGo (77%), Uzbekistan Airways( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £517 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £256 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at £2,066.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £313). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £542). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 December 2025.
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British AirwaysCheapest£304Average£592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£406Average£866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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