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$274+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
aug 5 — aug 121
tis 8/5
tis 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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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 juli 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$557
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$274
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$958

Good round-trip deal

$759 or less

Good one-way deal

$469 or less
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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 juli 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
tis 10/217:30 pmLGA - IST
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
fre 11/76:30 amIST - LGA
2 stops23h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$557
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
lör 9/66:20 pmJFK - IST
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
fre 9/124:45 amIST - JFK
1 stop18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$557
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sön 11/910:05 amJFK - IST
2 stops23h 05mAir Canada
sön 11/168:50 amIST - JFK
2 stops19h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$560
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons 11/59:55 pmJFK - IST
1 stop16h 50mLufthansa
tors 11/137:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop33h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$561
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mån 12/15:35 pmLGA - IST
2 stops17h 50mAir Canada
sön 12/147:55 amIST - LGA
2 stops19h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$562
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
tors 11/610:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop21h 20mKLM
ons 11/124:50 amIST - JFK
1 stop20h 15mKLM
Deal found 7/30$562
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
ons 12/313:59 pmJFK - IST
2 stops27h 51mDelta
fre 1/95:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop29h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/29$569
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
fre 10/3112:45 amJFK - IST
1 stop13h 35mIberia
tis 11/187:20 pmIST - JFK
2 stops25h 15mIberia
Deal found 7/30$571
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
tis 9/236:45 amJFK - IST
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
fre 10/177:15 amIST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/30$572
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tis 9/91:00 amJFK - IST
1 stop19h 25mAir France
ons 9/174:20 amIST - JFK
1 stop14h 30mAir France
Deal found 7/30$577
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
lör 11/81:05 pmLGA - IST
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
lör 11/1510:10 amIST - LGA
3 stops19h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$579
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
mån 10/206:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop14h 20mBritish Airways
sön 11/28:20 amIST - JFK
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/30$581

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated juli 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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New York

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Istanbul

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New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

tis 10/21

7:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul

fre 11/7

6:30 am-9:46 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$557

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

lör 9/6

6:20 pm-3:50 am

1 stop26h 30m

Istanbul

fre 9/12

4:45 am-3:55 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$557

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

ons 10/29

1:05 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Istanbul

lör 11/15

8:55 am-7:02 pm

2 stops18h 07m

$562

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

tors 10/9

9:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Istanbul

tis 11/18

8:55 am-7:58 pm

2 stops19h 03m

$562

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mån 10/20

11:30 pm-3:25 am

1 stop20h 55m

Istanbul

sön 11/2

4:50 am-8:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$563

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

ons 10/22

5:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Istanbul

tis 11/4

7:00 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$571

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

tis 9/23

6:45 am-11:25 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

Istanbul

tors 10/16

12:50 am-4:30 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$572

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

tors 10/9

11:25 pm-10:55 am

1 stop28h 30m

Istanbul

ons 11/19

7:20 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$580

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

tis 10/21

7:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Istanbul

sön 11/2

8:20 am-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$582

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

lör 10/25

5:00 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

mån 11/3

4:50 am-7:34 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$590

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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 round-trip flight from New York to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 90 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 to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York 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 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 juli 31, 2025.

When flying from New York 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 20% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 juli 31, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Istanbul Airport?

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

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New York 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 51% of 1-stop itineraries from New York to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York 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 to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York 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 to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-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 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 juli 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, LOT, and Air France from New York to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,105 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,933 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $557. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Canada, from $562, and Air France, from $563. United Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Canada, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $404. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from New York to Istanbul Airport is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul. You may also consider New York LaGuardia - Istanbul or Newark - Istanbul.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Avianca (58%), Pakistan International Airlines (58%) or Uzbekistan Airways (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport is generally $2,352, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $409. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $438 for that flight.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from New York to Istanbul Airport is London. New York to Istanbul Airport flights stop in Frankfurt am Main the next most.

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

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. 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 can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $50 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $48 per day.

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

    Flights departing from New York and landing in Istanbul Airport layover in Belgrade least frequently. Amsterdam is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from New York to Istanbul Airport.

  • 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 vacation 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York 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 New York to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated juli 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$255Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
French BeeCheapest$313Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$370Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$491Average$862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$493Average$789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$500Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$537Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SAUDIACheapest$557Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Air FranceCheapest$581Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$587Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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