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Cheap flights from New York to Istanbul Airport from £238

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
21 Jan — 28 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 December 2025.

Mon 29/1222:30JFK - IST
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Wed 6/506:00IST - JFK
1 stop18h 05mDelta
Deal found 21/12£519
Tue 30/1201:00JFK - IST
1 stop18h 50mDelta
Tue 13/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop33h 25mDelta
Deal found 20/12£519
Tue 30/1221:20JFK - IST
1 stop11h 35mDelta
Tue 20/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Deal found 20/12£520
Wed 31/1214:50JFK - IST
2 stops29h 00mDelta
Sun 3/517:20IST - JFK
1 stop26h 04mDelta
Deal found 21/12£522
Mon 29/1222:30JFK - IST
1 stop21h 20mDelta
Fri 1/506:00IST - JFK
2 stops23h 25mDelta
Deal found 21/12£526
Mon 29/1217:05EWR - IST
1 stop26h 45mDelta
Wed 28/104:50IST - EWR
1 stop18h 05mDelta
Deal found 20/12£528
Mon 29/1216:30JFK - IST
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Sun 1/204:50IST - JFK
1 stop16h 05mDelta
Deal found 21/12£528
Mon 29/1217:05EWR - IST
1 stop26h 45mDelta
Sun 1/204:50IST - EWR
1 stop18h 05mDelta
Deal found 20/12£528
Mon 29/1216:30JFK - IST
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Sun 18/117:55IST - JFK
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Deal found 20/12£528
Wed 31/1211:45LGA - IST
2 stops32h 05mDelta
Thu 7/504:25IST - LGA
2 stops22h 33mDelta
Deal found 21/12£529
Wed 31/1217:25JFK - IST
2 stops26h 25mDelta
Wed 28/104:50IST - JFK
2 stops25h 32mDelta
Deal found 20/12£529
Wed 31/1208:00LGA - IST
2 stops24h 55mDelta
Wed 21/104:50IST - LGA
2 stops25h 04mDelta
Deal found 21/12£530

Find flight deals from New York to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 22 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£404

One-way from

£238

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£800

Good round-trip deal

£538 or less

Good one-way deal

£454 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/3-7/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 38m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Air Serbia
  • Air Serbia
  • 5/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Mon 26/1

19:30-17:55

1 stop14h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

06:30-17:00

1 stop17h 30m

£407

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Tue 27/1

19:30-17:45

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

06:30-17:00

1 stop17h 30m

£407

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Wed 4/3

21:55-22:45

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 15/4

05:40-14:52

2 stops16h 12m

£409

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Wed 4/2

15:30-18:05

2 stops18h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 11/2

06:30-14:00

1 stop15h 30m

£409

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Tue 20/1

17:05-03:50

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 31/1

04:50-14:55

1 stop18h 05m

£419

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Fri 23/1

17:05-03:50

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

04:50-14:55

1 stop18h 05m

£419

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sat 17/1

11:54-03:50

2 stops31h 56m

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

04:50-17:29

2 stops20h 39m

£421

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sun 25/1

17:05-03:50

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 31/1

17:55-19:44

2 stops33h 49m

£428

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sun 15/2

12:59-03:50

2 stops30h 51m

Istanbul

Sun 29/3

04:25-18:38

2 stops21h 13m

£432

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Fri 27/2

18:05-22:45

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 10/3

06:30-17:00

1 stop17h 30m

£433

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

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

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of £316). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £547). 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 NYC to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 22 December 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 December 2025.

The most flights from NYC to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from New York to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £326.

What’s the fastest stopover option from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 46m.

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

About 23% of weekly flights between New York and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 180 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

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 22 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from New York to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,107 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

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
4,107 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,107 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

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 New York 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 to Istanbul Airport?

    For as low as £407, United Airlines can have you in Istanbul Airport from New York in 14h 25m. The distance from New York to Istanbul Airport is about 4997 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, British Airways (£306), and Turkish Airlines (£392) offers the cheapest pricing from New York to Istanbul Airport. British Airways is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    The most popular flight routes from New York to Istanbul Airport are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul, Newark - Istanbul and New York LaGuardia - Istanbul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from New York, 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 to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport is generally £522, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £258. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £1,834 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of £316). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £547). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from New York to Istanbul

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