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$290+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Istanbul (IST)

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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — IST
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$603
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$290
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$891

Good round-trip deal

$694 or less

Good one-way deal

$467 or less
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:30 amJFK - IST
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/141:10 pmIST - JFK
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$605
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:25 pmJFK - IST
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/134:45 amIST - JFK
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$606
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:00 amJFK - IST
1 stop19h 25mDelta
Wed 10/154:20 amIST - JFK
2 stops21h 24mDelta
Deal found 8/13$607
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:20 pmJFK - IST
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/210:35 pmIST - JFK
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$608
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/13:45 pmJFK - IST
1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/138:55 amIST - JFK
2 stops20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$609
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:20 pmJFK - IST
1 stop25h 05mDelta
Thu 9/254:20 amIST - JFK
1 stop14h 30mDelta
Deal found 8/14$610
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:55 pmJFK - IST
1 stop12h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 10/287:35 amIST - JFK
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/149:55 pmJFK - IST
1 stop12h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/206:30 amIST - JFK
2 stops38h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$612
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/26:20 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/184:45 amIST - JFK
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$613
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:45 amJFK - IST
1 stop34h 45mIberia
Tue 11/1110:15 pmIST - JFK
1 stop31h 45mIberia
Deal found 8/13$614
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2612:20 amJFK - IST
1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways
Sun 11/96:40 pmIST - JFK
1 stop25h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/13$615
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/286:20 pmJFK - IST
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/118:05 amIST - JFK
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$616

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 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

Mon 10/6

1:00 am-3:25 am

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 10/14

4:20 am-8:26 pm

2 stops23h 06m

$607

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/7

1:00 am-3:25 am

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

4:20 am-6:44 pm

2 stops21h 24m

$608

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

7:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 9/25

4:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 30m

$610

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

7:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

4:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$610

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/12

7:25 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 2/24

6:30 am-8:58 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$611

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/23

11:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 9/29

12:25 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$611

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/13

8:05 pm-3:50 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 10/27

6:40 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$618

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

8:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 10/29

6:45 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$618

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/10

11:10 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 9/26

8:20 am-4:10 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$618

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/16

12:15 am-3:50 am

2 stops20h 35m

$290

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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 round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 August 14, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 47% of 1-stop itineraries from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $501.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Belgrade (BEG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 32m.

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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. 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
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,381 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,940 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,317 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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.

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

    Icelandair, at $370, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and Delta. Icelandair is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are Avianca (63%), Pakistan International Airlines (63%) and Uzbekistan Airways (60%).

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

    While on average a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,824, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $407. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $523 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The most popular layover on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is London. London is followed by Amsterdam in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $48 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Amsterdam?

    The majority of Amsterdam visitors spend their time at Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank Huis. Museumplein, Van Gogh Museum, and Anne Frank Huis can be accessed by traveling approximately 6.0 mi, 6.0 mi, and 6.8 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Travelers in need of a car in Amsterdam can rent one for about $54 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Flights departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and landing in Istanbul Airport layover in Belgrade least frequently. Frankfurt am Main sees the next fewest layovers on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

  • 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 vacation 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$370Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$493Average$774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$511Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$537Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SAUDIACheapest$557Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air FranceCheapest$581Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$587Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$615Average$1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
LOTCheapest$615Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$669Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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