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Flights to Istanbul in 2025

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 29, 2025.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$993

Round-trip from

$675

One-way from

$324
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Cheapest flights to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

Mon 5/57:15 pmSWF - SAW
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/191:40 pmSAW - SWF
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$675
Mon 5/511:10 pmJFK - IST
2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/204:00 pmIST - JFK
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$698
Mon 9/221:00 amJFK - IST
1 stop19h 25mDelta
Thu 10/94:20 amIST - JFK
1 stop21h 25mDelta
Deal found 4/27$700
Sun 4/2712:15 amJFK - SAW
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/137:55 amSAW - JFK
1 stop34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$703
Sun 7/206:00 amLGA - IST
2 stops24h 05mAir Canada
Mon 8/259:20 pmIST - LGA
2 stops28h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 4/27$708
Thu 8/711:10 pmJFK - IST
1 stop13h 15mBritish Airways
Thu 8/148:15 amIST - JFK
1 stop16h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$714
Mon 10/67:00 pmLGA - IST
2 stops25h 25mDelta
Tue 10/144:20 amIST - LGA
2 stops20h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/28$715
Wed 10/86:45 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop13h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 10/254:20 pmSAW - JFK
1 stop13h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/28$718
Thu 9/186:45 amJFK - IST
Nonstop9h 40mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/97:15 amIST - JFK
Nonstop10h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28$719
Mon 5/126:10 pmJFK - IST
1 stop17h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/248:25 amIST - JFK
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$724
Sun 5/411:00 amJFK - IST
1 stop19h 45mSAUDIA
Sun 5/186:25 pmIST - JFK
1 stop21h 35mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/27$729
Wed 8/274:15 pmJFK - IST
2 stops17h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/182:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop30h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$731

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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Return

Price

New WindsorIstanbul

SWF - SAW

SWFSAW

New Windsor Stewart

Mon 5/5

7:15 pm-12:45 am

2 stops22h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 5/19

1:40 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops35h 25m

$675

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/22

1:00 am-3:25 am

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 10/1

4:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$700

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/14

1:25 pm-11:50 am

1 stop15h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 5/29

8:45 am-10:00 pm

1 stop20h 15m

$704

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

12:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 5/19

1:40 am-10:55 am

1 stop16h 15m

$704

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Sun 7/20

8:35 am-1:05 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 8/20

9:20 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$708

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/7

11:10 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 8/14

8:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$714

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 10/6

7:00 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 10/14

4:20 am-5:44 pm

2 stops20h 24m

$715

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 9/18

6:45 am-11:25 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 10/9

7:15 am-10:55 am

Nonstop10h 40m

$719

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/12

6:10 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 5/24

8:25 am-9:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$724

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/8

7:30 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 5/20

4:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 20m

$729

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Best time to book a flight to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Istanbul

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

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 April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

On average, a flight from New York to Istanbul takes 13 hours 12 minutes. Flights to Istanbul from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

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.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Istanbul should consider flying on Friday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Friday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Istanbul

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

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

From $787

British Airways

British Airways

From $625

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

From $689

Delta

Delta

From $564

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Istanbul are Norse Atlantic Airways, French Bee and Icelandair.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta and LOT to Istanbul 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.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,069 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
SAUDIA
7.4
Good
611 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,213 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

FAQs about flying to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey airport overview

Ataturk International Airport (IST) in Istanbul claims to be the airport serving the most non-European routes in 2011. Like Istanbul, Ataturk Airport is a meeting-point between east and west. Ataturk International Airport is a major air hub for the region and is one of the top 20 busiest airports in the world.

Passengers traveling through Ataturk International Airport will be pleased to know that the airport has a great selection of duty-free shops including tobacconists, perfume shops and many name brand stores such as Hugo Boss, D&G, DKNY, Dior, Armani, Gucci, Guess and Prada. What better way to keep yourself entertained between flights or while waiting for your flight than to embark on a shopping extravaganza?

Most airlines from across the world offer flights to Istanbul. Low-cost carriers such as Atlasjet, Pegasus Airlines, IZair and Sky Airlines all offer cheap flights to Ataturk International Airport. Ataturk is also the main hub for the national carrier Turkish Airlines, which flies to destinations including Amsterdam, Birmingham, Cape Town and Chicago as well as Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, New York, and Paris.

The airport was designed with Istanbul’s unique East-meets-West history in mind. This is particularly evident in the architecture of the building, such as the intricate mosaic tiling of the airport floors. It serves as a great introduction to the beautiful Ottoman architecture in Istanbul.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Istanbul if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Istanbul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Norse Atlantic Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Istanbul.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Istanbul?

    A round-trip flight to Istanbul will typically cost around $189, however they can be found for as little as $75.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Boston Logan Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 20 minutes).

  • Which airport is closest to Maslak Kasri?

    If being close to Maslak Kasri is important to you, you’ll want to land at Istanbul Airport.

  • Does Istanbul have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

    Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. havalimanına yakın konumda daire is the closest property to Istanbul (0.0 mi away from Istanbul).

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