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$85+ Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JFK
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
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What to know about flights from Istanbul

Discover essential information about flights departing from Istanbul, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Istanbul airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travelers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$29

Cheapest round-trip flight

$48

Cheapest airline

Pegasus Airlines

Most popular destination

Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)

Good round-trip deal

$79 or less

Good one-way deal

$38 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul is currently to Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Istanbul is currently to Antalya.
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On average, Pegasus Airlines currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Istanbul (avg. price of $81).
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Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) is currently the most popular flight destination from Istanbul (average round-trip price of $140).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:30 amIST - JFK
1 stop19h 50mAir Serbia
Sat 1/37:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop24h 55mAir Serbia
Deal found 9/18$493
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:15 pmIST - JFK
1 stop32h 35mAir Europa
Sat 11/1510:05 pmJFK - IST
1 stop32h 50mAir Europa
Deal found 9/17$494
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:30 pmIST - JFK
1 stop34h 05mLOT
Thu 11/2010:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop31h 25mLOT
Deal found 9/19$495
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/235:55 pmIST - MCO
1 stop31h 00mKLM
Sat 12/67:30 pmMCO - IST
1 stop13h 25mKLM
Deal found 9/17$496
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:50 amIST - JFK
1 stop20h 45mLOT
Tue 2/1710:35 pmJFK - IST
2 stops28h 45mLOT
Deal found 9/18$496
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/93:45 pmIST - JFK
1 stop33h 00mAir Europa
Fri 10/1710:05 pmJFK - IST
1 stop32h 50mAir Europa
Deal found 9/17$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:35 amIST - JFK
1 stop20h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/139:05 pmJFK - IST
1 stop13h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/17$498
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/63:45 pmIST - JFK
1 stop33h 00mAir Europa
Tue 10/2110:05 pmJFK - IST
1 stop32h 50mAir Europa
Deal found 9/19$499
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:35 amIST - JFK
1 stop20h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 3/1512:20 amJFK - IST
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$501
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:15 amIST - JFK
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/204:00 pmJFK - IST
2 stops25h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/18$502
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:45 pmIST - JFK
1 stop26h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 11/176:50 pmJFK - IST
1 stop14h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/19$503
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/115:55 pmIST - MCO
1 stop31h 00mKLM
Wed 11/1911:10 pmMCO - IST
1 stop20h 40mKLM
Deal found 9/18$504

Find flights from Istanbul within your budget

 
Find flights departing from Istanbul that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on September 19, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulOrlando

IST - MCO

ISTMCO

Istanbul

Sun 11/23

5:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Orlando

Sat 12/6

7:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$496

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

6:40 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop33h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/16

5:39 pm-12:05 am

2 stops23h 26m

$502

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Sun 12/14

5:55 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop27h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/15

6:50 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$503

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Mon 12/8

3:15 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop35h 25m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/15

7:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 55m

$504

IstanbulOrlando

IST - MCO

ISTMCO

Istanbul

Tue 11/11

5:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Orlando

Wed 11/19

11:10 pm-3:50 am

1 stop20h 40m

$504

IstanbulHouston

IST - HOU

ISTHOU

Istanbul

Fri 11/21

6:40 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops32h 12m

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/5

4:25 pm-12:35 am

2 stops23h 10m

$507

IstanbulHouston

IST - HOU

ISTHOU

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

8:20 am-8:05 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/1

6:25 pm-12:50 am

2 stops21h 25m

$508

IstanbulHouston

IST - HOU

ISTHOU

Istanbul

Thu 11/20

6:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops34h 10m

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/24

12:15 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$509

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Tue 10/7

5:00 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops28h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/18

4:00 pm-12:55 am

2 stops25h 55m

$510

IstanbulOrlando

IST - MCO

ISTMCO

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

4:50 am-4:07 pm

2 stops19h 17m

Orlando

Wed 2/25

5:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$517

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight from Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 73 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 Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport (average of $419). Flying from Istanbul Airport in August will prove the most costly (average of $612). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from Istanbul Airport would be wise to consider leaving during Saturday at noon when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Friday at noon when fares are usually the most expensive.

Which airlines fly from Istanbul Airport?

For flights departing from Istanbul Airport check dates and pricing for the following: Turkish Airlines, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Delta. These airlines depart to the following popular destinations: New York.

Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines
From $53
Pegasus Airlines
Pegasus Airlines
From $25
British Airways
British Airways
From $174
Ajet
Ajet
From $35

What are popular destinations to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

Some of the most frequent flights departing from Istanbul Airport everyday are: London (632 flights per day), Izmir (454 flights per day), and Paris (431 flights per day).

London
London
From $31
Frankfurt am Main
Frankfurt am Main
From $211
Athens Eleftherios V.
Athens Eleftherios V.
From $40
Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Belgrade Nikola Tesla
From $52

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest city to fly to from Istanbul Airport is Izmir, with prices starting at $29. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Izmir
Izmir
From $29
London
London
From $31
Edremit/Korfez
Edremit/Korfez
From $38
Athens Eleftherios V.
Athens Eleftherios V.
From $40

Airline reviews for flights from Istanbul

Read reviews and ratings of airlines operating flights from Istanbul. Gain insights into the quality of service, in-flight amenities, customer experiences, and overall satisfaction to choose the best airline for your Istanbul travel. Please note that the reviews are sourced from user searches and were last updated on September 19, 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,970 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,415 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,373 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Istanbul. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

    This month, the top selected destinations from Istanbul Airport are Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Denpasar, Antalya. Throughout the year, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, Denpasar, Athens are some of the top choices made by users flying from Istanbul Airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Istanbul Airport for as low as $29 to Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt Airport (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $611 to fly from Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to anywhere?

    Over the past few days, we've found that Pegasus Airlines, Ajet, and Turkish Airlines have the cheapest prices from Istanbul Airport. Pegasus Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt ($25), Ajet flights from Istanbul Airport to Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt ($35), and Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Abuja ($53).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Istanbul Airport?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Istanbul Airport we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport starting at $320
    Fly from Istanbul to London Luton Airport starting at $366
    Fly from Istanbul to Athens starting at $430
    Fly from Istanbul to Bucharest Otopeni Intl Airport starting at $561

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Istanbul Airport?

    If you’re looking for a cheap first-class flight from Istanbul Airport, consider Kuwait City. Prices start at $3,387 so you can fly first-class even on a budget.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport?

    January is currently the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport. At this moment in time August is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • Where are the cheapest places to fly to from Istanbul Airport?

    Check out the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to embark to:
    Fly from Istanbul to Ankara from $23 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Athens from $81 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Cairo from $183 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to Paris from $197 round trip
    Fly from Istanbul to New York from $345 round trip

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