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$355+ 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 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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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 May 5, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/215:10 pm
JFK
-
IST
2 stops27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/294:30 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$702
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/76:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/304:30 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$703
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/294:30 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$713
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/145:10 pm
JFK
-
IST
2 stops27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 9/204:30 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$722
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/99:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop12h 10m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/164:45 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop18h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/30$730
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/610:05 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 5/135:00 pm
IST
-
JFK
1 stop36h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/30$732
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 10/16:50 am
JFK
-
IST
Nonstop9h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/141:05 am
IST
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$733
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Sun 9/139:30 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop23h 00m
Delta
Wed 2/245:55 pm
IST
-
JFK
1 stop25h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/2$734
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/21:00 am
JFK
-
IST
1 stop19h 30m
Delta
Thu 8/205:20 pm
IST
-
JFK
1 stop28h 15m
Delta
Deal found 4/30$735
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Tue 9/2912:25 am
JFK
-
IST
Nonstop9h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 10/66:40 pm
IST
-
JFK
Nonstop10h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 5/4$737
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 11/94:00 pm
LGA
-
IST
2 stops16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/1711:35 am
IST
-
LGA
2 stops17h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$738
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/39:35 pm
EWR
-
IST
1 stop19h 25m
British Airways
Tue 11/177:35 am
IST
-
EWR
1 stop14h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 5/3$748

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 May 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$702
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$355
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$984

Good round-trip deal

$821 or less

Good one-way deal

$529 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Istanbul flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for New York (NYC)-Istanbul flights.
From New York (NYC) to Istanbul
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($180 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Istanbul.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/21

1:50 pm-3:40 am

1 stop30h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 10/1

4:40 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop31h 50m

$752

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Fri 8/14

3:20 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 8/21

6:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$929

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/29

1:00 am-3:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 9/14

4:25 am-1:54 pm

1 stop16h 29m

$965

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Fri 8/14

7:28 pm-12:20 am

2 stops21h 52m

Istanbul

Fri 8/21

8:10 am-7:25 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$989

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/26

10:00 am-3:40 am

2 stops34h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 9/30

4:30 am-8:32 pm

2 stops23h 02m

$992

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/8

10:05 pm-7:20 am

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 6/19

8:05 pm-8:50 am

1 stop19h 45m

$1,036

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 7/30

9:30 am-4:20 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 8/13

6:00 am-1:04 am

2 stops26h 04m

$1,044

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Mon 5/25

11:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 6/17

6:45 am-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$1,063

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Wed 6/10

11:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 7/18

4:05 am-9:00 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$1,110

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/7

1:00 am-3:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 8/4

4:25 am-11:51 am

1 stop14h 26m

$1,110

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Compare providers for flights from New York to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Istanbul in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New York to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from New York with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 78 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of $626). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 May 5, 2026.

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 21% versus a flight in the morning.

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 May 5, 2026.

The most flights from NYC to IST are scheduled on a Monday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 31% 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 $497.

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 Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 05m.

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 10m.

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between New York and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night 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 last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% 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 May 5, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andJetBlue 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.

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Istanbul Airport in 18h. Fly via Air Serbia, Delta, or British Airways to get the fastest option. There are 4997 mi between New York and Istanbul Airport. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $371. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $416, and Iberia, from $451. Icelandair is 56% 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 Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $311. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Serbia and Gulf Air, 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?

  • 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 Turkish Airlines (72%), Uzbekistan Airways (66%) or IndiGo (63%) 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 $1,732, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $484. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $666 for that flight.

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

  • 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 $38 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, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt and Festhalle are located about 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 6.5 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 $43 per day.

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

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of $626). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,176). 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$371Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$416Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$451Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$489Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$489Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$498Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$512Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$531Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$532Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$542Average$932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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