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Cheap flights from New York to Istanbul Airport from £219

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
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 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£396

One-way from

£219

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£579

Good round-trip deal

£525 or less

Good one-way deal

£453 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 8/3-17/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 66h 48m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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11/2
  • 11/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£82 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 13 January 2026.

Sun 8/313:59
EWR
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IST
2 stops20h 26m
British Airways
Tue 17/307:35
IST
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EWR
2 stops46h 22m
British Airways
Deal found 11/1£396
Tue 20/118:05
EWR
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IST
1 stop20h 40m
Lufthansa
Mon 26/119:00
IST
-
EWR
1 stop29h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 12/1£397
Mon 13/420:24
EWR
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IST
2 stops41h 51m
United Airlines
Mon 20/413:55
IST
-
EWR
1 stop33h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/1£400
Wed 21/115:59
EWR
-
IST
2 stops27h 51m
Delta
Sat 7/204:50
IST
-
EWR
1 stop18h 05m
Delta
Deal found 12/1£401
Thu 22/111:54
EWR
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IST
2 stops21h 01m
Delta
Mon 2/204:50
IST
-
EWR
1 stop18h 05m
Delta
Deal found 12/1£401
Tue 7/417:20
EWR
-
IST
2 stops27h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 22/404:30
IST
-
EWR
1 stop17h 29m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/1£402
Sun 15/222:00
EWR
-
IST
2 stops16h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 25/206:30
IST
-
EWR
2 stops23h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/1£403
Wed 28/118:30
EWR
-
IST
1 stop21h 55m
British Airways
Mon 16/215:15
IST
-
EWR
1 stop36h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 12/1£405
Wed 28/121:35
EWR
-
IST
1 stop18h 50m
British Airways
Fri 6/208:10
IST
-
EWR
1 stop19h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 12/1£406
Fri 30/117:05
EWR
-
IST
1 stop26h 45m
Delta
Mon 16/204:50
IST
-
EWR
1 stop18h 05m
Delta
Deal found 12/1£407
Thu 3/917:45
EWR
-
IST
2 stops26h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 6/1004:30
IST
-
EWR
1 stop17h 29m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1£407
Wed 28/114:30
JFK
-
IST
2 stops25h 55m
British Airways
Fri 6/208:10
IST
-
JFK
2 stops19h 21m
British Airways
Deal found 13/1£417

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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York 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 13 January 2026.
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EWR - IST

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Newark

Sun 1/2

21:35-00:50

1 stop19h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 7/4

08:15-19:25

1 stop18h 10m

£406

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sun 1/2

21:35-00:50

1 stop19h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 9/4

08:15-19:25

1 stop18h 10m

£406

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Tue 3/3

21:35-17:45

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 19/3

07:35-14:50

1 stop14h 15m

£406

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Fri 30/1

17:05-03:50

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 10/2

04:50-14:55

1 stop18h 05m

£407

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 5/2

17:05-03:50

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 12/2

04:50-14:55

1 stop18h 05m

£407

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sat 31/1

15:40-03:50

2 stops28h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 16/2

04:50-14:55

1 stop18h 05m

£410

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Tue 31/3

17:50-01:05

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 12/4

08:15-19:25

1 stop18h 10m

£415

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Mon 2/2

17:05-03:50

1 stop26h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 15/2

17:55-19:18

2 stops33h 23m

£415

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sat 21/2

21:35-20:15

1 stop14h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 4/3

07:35-13:50

1 stop14h 15m

£415

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Wed 4/2

18:30-17:25

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 28/2

07:35-13:50

1 stop14h 15m

£415

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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 9 January 2026.

Booking 84 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 £315). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £509). 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 13 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New York to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

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 13 January 2026.

The most flights from NYC to IST are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 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 67% 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 £324.

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: 11h 45m.

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 50m.

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 13 January 2026.
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
4,160 reviews
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Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

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
4,160 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,160 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

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 £418, British Airways can have you in Istanbul Airport from New York in 16h 10m. The distance from New York to Istanbul Airport is about 4984 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 (£305), and Turkish Airlines (£389) 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, New York LaGuardia - Istanbul and Newark - 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: Uzbekistan Airways (64%), Avianca (64%), Pakistan International Airlines( 64%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport is generally £499, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £301. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £308 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 £315). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of £509). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 13 January 2026.
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British AirwaysCheapest£305Average£383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£407Average£869FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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