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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport from £247

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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — IST
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
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 February or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 23 March 2026.

Wed 9/914:00
JFK
-
IST
1 stop30h 40m
Air Serbia
Sun 20/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 19/3£451
Tue 8/913:50
JFK
-
IST
1 stop30h 50m
Air Serbia
Wed 16/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop14h 25m
Air Serbia
Deal found 22/3£477
Mon 14/914:00
JFK
-
IST
1 stop30h 40m
Air Serbia
Thu 24/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 20/3£478
Mon 31/814:00
JFK
-
IST
1 stop30h 40m
Air Serbia
Thu 17/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 18/3£479
Tue 1/913:50
JFK
-
IST
1 stop30h 50m
Air Serbia
Tue 15/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop14h 25m
Air Serbia
Deal found 22/3£480
Sun 10/518:55
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 23/504:30
IST
-
JFK
2 stops18h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/3£484
Tue 28/412:55
JFK
-
IST
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/509:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/3£485
Mon 13/418:55
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 3/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/3£490
Sat 12/919:30
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 10m
Air Serbia
Sun 20/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 19/3£492
Mon 27/418:55
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/504:30
IST
-
JFK
2 stops42h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 22/3£493
Mon 31/814:00
JFK
-
IST
1 stop30h 40m
Air Serbia
Fri 18/904:30
IST
-
JFK
1 stop20h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 18/3£495
Mon 13/418:55
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 17/404:30
IST
-
JFK
2 stops18h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 20/3£496

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 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£451

One-way from

£247

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£572

Good round-trip deal

£625 or less

Good one-way deal

£370 or less
Scandinavian Airlines
  • Scandinavian Airlines
  • 17/4-24/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 11/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 30h 40m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/4

01:00-03:30

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 28/4

06:00-19:05

1 stop20h 05m

£512

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 19/4

00:25-17:15

Nonstop9h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 28/4

18:40-22:30

Nonstop10h 50m

£525

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

10:30-16:20

2 stops22h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

04:25-16:58

1 stop19h 33m

£567
Fastest return journey

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/9

00:25-17:15

Nonstop9h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 28/9

01:05-04:35

Nonstop10h 30m

£575

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 25/4

20:30-21:15

2 stops17h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 2/5

05:50-21:47

2 stops22h 57m

£618

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/4

20:30-23:35

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 28/4

07:10-19:20

2 stops19h 10m

£682

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 24/5

19:10-16:20

1 stop14h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 1/6

04:25-10:40

1 stop13h 15m

£690
Cheapest one-way

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/8

14:00-03:40

1 stop30h 40m

£247

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/8

14:00-03:40

1 stop30h 40m

£301
Fastest single journey

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 12/9

19:30-15:00

1 stop12h 30m

£305

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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 13 March 2026.

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 56 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 £320). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £501). 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 23 March 2026.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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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 23 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with 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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,813 reviews
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Comfort

6.8

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.7

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Viorica,Mar 2026

PHX - LHR

The food lately is just from poor to very poor. I bealeave that you can serve less quantities for more quality food. Exemple : at breakfast : omlete and vegetarian omlete ....I beleave with less work less personel could be provide some hummus and carrots and some boiled egss plus whatever snacks or drinks you wish....... Thank you in advance
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,813 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,813 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.8

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

6.9

Overall

6.7

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Viorica,Mar 2026

PHX - LHR

The food lately is just from poor to very poor. I bealeave that you can serve less quantities for more quality food. Exemple : at breakfast : omlete and vegetarian omlete ....I beleave with less work less personel could be provide some hummus and carrots and some boiled egss plus whatever snacks or drinks you wish....... Thank you in advance

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  • 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 9h 50m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £525. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly 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 £307. Users have found that British Airways is 52% 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 (67%), Uzbekistan Airways (67%), Pakistan International Airlines( 67%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £604 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £336 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at £1,058.

  • 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 £320). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £501). 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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British AirwaysCheapest£307Average£386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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