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$335+ Cheap flights from the United States to Istanbul

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Cheap flight deals from USA to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$602
(British Airways)

One-way from

$335
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,260
From USA to Istanbul
One-way flight from USA to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($127 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from USA to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/47:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop21h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 7/157:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop22h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$602
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/161:40 amJFK - IST
1 stop18h 45mDelta
Mon 8/255:05 pmIST - JFK
1 stop26h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/12$603
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2011:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop20h 55mAir France
Thu 8/74:20 amIST - JFK
1 stop13h 10mAir France
Deal found 6/12$606
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/67:50 amJFK - SAW
1 stop23h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 7/194:20 pmSAW - JFK
1 stop13h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/12$607
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 9/511:55 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/1710:10 amSAW - JFK
2 stops18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$609
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 9/156:20 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1812:10 pmIST - JFK
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$611
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1210:05 amJFK - IST
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Wed 11/268:35 amIST - JFK
2 stops20h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$614
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 8/116:00 pmLGA - IST
2 stops26h 25mDelta
Tue 8/194:20 amIST - LGA
2 stops23h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/10$616
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/123:45 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/196:10 amIST - JFK
2 stops22h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$621
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 11/43:30 pmLGA - IST
2 stops23h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/136:30 amIST - LGA
2 stops35h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$622
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/263:30 pmLGA - IST
2 stops18h 40mAir Canada
Tue 12/96:30 amIST - LGA
2 stops18h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$623
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 9/66:25 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop15h 45mKLM
Tue 9/2312:40 pmSAW - JFK
1 stop13h 25mKLM
Deal found 6/10$630

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/4

7:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop21h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 7/15

7:55 pm-11:05 am

1 stop22h 10m

$602

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/16

1:40 am-3:25 am

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 8/25

5:05 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$603

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/20

11:30 pm-3:25 am

1 stop20h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 8/7

4:20 am-10:30 am

1 stop13h 10m

$606

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 7/6

7:50 am-1:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 7/19

4:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$607

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/5

11:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 9/17

10:10 am-9:40 pm

2 stops18h 30m

$609

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/11

6:00 pm-3:25 am

2 stops26h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

4:20 am-8:26 pm

2 stops23h 06m

$616

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/12

3:45 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 8/19

6:10 am-9:47 pm

2 stops22h 37m

$621

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Wed 9/3

7:05 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops15h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 12/3

8:35 am-7:03 pm

2 stops18h 28m

$624

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/6

6:25 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 9/23

12:40 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$630

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/4

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 8/20

2:00 pm-9:41 am

2 stops26h 41m

$641

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Istanbul trip
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Turkish Airlines

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Turkish Airlines' Economy Class offers 30” legroom and travel sets on long-haul flights.

British Airways

British Airways' Club Suite offers solo pods with doors on A350 aircraft.


British Airways' World Traveller Plus offers extra legroom and upgraded service.

Delta

Delta's Delta One offers 180-degree flat-bed seats and Sky Club access.


Delta's Comfort Plus offers extra legroom, early boarding, and upgraded snacks.

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Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Allegris Economy offers 31” pitch and innovative tray tables.


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United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats, Saks bedding, and priority check-in on long-haul flights.


United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.

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American's Flagship Business offers lie-flat seats, direct aisle access, and a 16” HD screen on long-haul flights.


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Best time to book a flight from USA to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Istanbul

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from USA to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 US to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from USA to Istanbul, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from USA to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from USA 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from US0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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 June 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and KLM from USA to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 to fly from USA to Istanbul one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Serbia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $398. Air France flights start at $404 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $409 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Istanbul?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from USA to Istanbul?

    Consider Air New Zealand (83%), Uzbekistan Airways (82%) or Thai Airways (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from USA to Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from USA to Istanbul is generally $2,800, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $473. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $439 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from USA to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on USA to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from USA to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from USA to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from USA to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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 USA to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from USA to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 USA to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$255Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
French BeeCheapest$313Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$370Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SAUDIACheapest$557Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air FranceCheapest$581Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$584Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$585Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LOTCheapest$612Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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