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$333+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) to Istanbul

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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 Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Istanbul

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 março 27, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
ter 4/2812:55 pm
JFK
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IST
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IST
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JFK
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Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$591
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
ter 4/2812:55 pm
JFK
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IST
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ter 5/59:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
ter 4/216:20 pm
JFK
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IST
1 stop18h 10m
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seg 4/278:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$596
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 9/11:50 pm
JFK
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IST
1 stop30h 50m
Air Serbia
seg 9/144:40 pm
IST
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JFK
1 stop26h 15m
Air Serbia
Deal found 3/22$599
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
dom 5/36:20 pm
JFK
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IST
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
qui 5/78:15 pm
IST
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JFK
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$601
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 9/16:55 pm
JFK
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IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
seg 9/144:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$604
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
sáb 4/186:20 pm
JFK
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IST
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ter 4/289:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$605
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
seg 4/206:55 pm
JFK
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Scandinavian Airlines
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JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/24$607
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
dom 5/106:55 pm
JFK
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IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
sáb 5/234:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/23$608
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
ter 4/2812:55 pm
JFK
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IST
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
sex 5/11:40 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$610
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
sáb 4/186:20 pm
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SAW
1 stop16h 20m
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ter 4/285:55 pm
SAW
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1 stop24h 30m
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Deal found 3/24$616
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
dom 5/36:20 pm
JFK
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SAW
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Deal found 3/24$619

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 (TR5). 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 março 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$591
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$333
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$739
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. 4% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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 março 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

qua 8/26

5:45 pm-3:40 am

2 stops26h 55m

Istanbul

qui 9/3

4:30 am-1:15 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$682

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

ter 4/28

9:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

ter 5/5

6:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$693

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

qua 4/29

5:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop23h 35m

Istanbul

qua 5/6

7:25 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop25h 30m

$707

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

seg 9/21

1:50 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Istanbul

sáb 10/3

4:30 am-5:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$730

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

qui 4/23

9:50 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop16h 45m

Istanbul

qua 4/29

3:45 am-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 15m

$753

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

dom 4/12

11:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

seg 5/11

6:45 am-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$765

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

seg 4/20

5:45 pm-3:40 am

2 stops26h 55m

Istanbul

ter 5/5

4:30 am-1:15 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$770

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

dom 8/23

5:45 pm-3:40 am

2 stops26h 55m

Istanbul

ter 9/1

4:30 am-2:59 pm

1 stop17h 29m

$774

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

sáb 8/22

5:15 pm-3:40 am

1 stop27h 25m

Istanbul

ter 9/1

4:30 am-2:59 pm

1 stop17h 29m

$775

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

qua 4/29

1:00 am-3:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

dom 5/10

6:00 am-10:19 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$793

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Istanbul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Istanbul 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 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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York 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 March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New York to Istanbul is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Istanbul?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul (average of $427). Flying from New York to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $668). 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 março 27, 2026.

When flying from New York to Istanbul, 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 23% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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 155 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon 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 março 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with KLM,Turkish Airlines, andJetBlue from New York to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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?

    Departing from New York to Istanbul will take you 23h. The distance from New York to Istanbul is about 4984 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Icelandair, at $371, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Istanbul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Iberia and Scandinavian Airlines. Icelandair is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $311. Air Serbia flights start at $332 while deals on SAUDIA start at $343 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Turkish Airlines (67%), Uzbekistan Airways (67%) or Pakistan International Airlines (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New York to Istanbul.

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

    While on average a flight from New York to Istanbul is generally $1,693, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $463. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $643 for that flight.

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

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

    If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $33.

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

    Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle are currently the most popular points of interest in Frankfurt am Main at the moment. 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 can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $47 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul (average of $427). Flying from New York to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $668). 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 março 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$371Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IberiaCheapest$451Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$458Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$458Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$466Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$489Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$498Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$512Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
KLMCheapest$523Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$532Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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