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$272+ Cheap flights from the United States to Istanbul

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 December 18, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop31h 25mLOT
Wed 1/142:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 40mLOT
Deal found 12/17$600
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Wed 12/315:30 pmJFK - IST
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/142:50 pmIST - JFK
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$603
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Wed 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Tue 1/203:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/17$618
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Wed 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Sun 2/12:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 40mLOT
Deal found 12/16$628
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Wed 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop35h 00mLOT
Thu 1/293:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/16$632
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Wed 12/314:15 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/258:30 amSAW - JFK
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$633
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Wed 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Sun 2/2212:10 pmIST - JFK
2 stops16h 25mLOT
Deal found 12/16$633
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Tue 12/3010:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Wed 1/282:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 40mLOT
Deal found 12/17$636
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Wed 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Thu 1/223:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 35mLOT
Deal found 12/17$639
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/314:40 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Wed 1/2112:55 pmSAW - JFK
1 stop14h 25mKLM
Deal found 12/17$643
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/314:40 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Thu 1/159:00 amSAW - JFK
1 stop14h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/15$644
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Wed 12/314:40 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Thu 1/299:00 amSAW - JFK
1 stop18h 20mKLM
Deal found 12/16$645

Find flight deals from USA to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$556
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$272
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,067
Provider with most accurate pricing for New York (NYC)-Istanbul flight deals.
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From USA to Istanbul
One-way flight from USA to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($148 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 December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Istanbul that are best for you.

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USA

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 3/30

8:20 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop36h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

7:25 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$561

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 3/13

2:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 3/16

8:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$561

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 4/5

8:20 pm-12:25 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 4/16

1:10 pm-11:35 am

1 stop32h 25m

$561

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/12

7:50 pm-1:10 am

1 stop19h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 3/21

7:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$561

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 3/13

2:35 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 3/17

6:40 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$561

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 3/8

7:50 pm-12:50 am

1 stop19h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 3/20

2:55 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$561

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

3:00 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-7:13 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$572

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/31

6:40 pm-3:30 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 4/7

4:25 am-5:38 pm

1 stop23h 13m

$573

SeattleIstanbul

SEA - IST

SEAIST

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/15

7:00 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-9:01 pm

3 stops25h 31m

$576

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 1/18

4:15 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 1/30

6:30 am-7:13 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$576

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from USA with our price prediction graph.
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Istanbul (average of $372). Flying from USA to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $630). 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from USA to Istanbul in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 2% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Istanbul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 18, 2025.

The most flights from US0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

How often are flights from the United States to Istanbul delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between United States and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 176 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States 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?

Tuesday 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 the United States 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.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Istanbul flights

AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Istanbul trip
Airlines
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines' Business Class offers fully flat beds and Ferragamo amenity kits.


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.

Lufthansa

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


Lufthansa's Premium Economy offers hard-shell seats and generous recline.

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.

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.

American Airlines

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


American's Premium Economy offers 18.5” seats, 8” recline, and priority boarding on long-haul flights.

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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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from the United States to Istanbul. 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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

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.
  • How long is the flight from USA to Istanbul?

    A quick flight from USA to Istanbul can take about 16h 05m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $572. The distance from USA to Istanbul is about 6832 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with SAUDIA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $256. Lufthansa flights start at $289 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at $321 one-way.

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

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

    Consider Turkish Airlines (72%), IndiGo (72%) or Uzbekistan Airways (72%) 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 $2,474, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $462. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $518 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Istanbul (average of $372). Flying from USA to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $630). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$370Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$433Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$474Average$1,014FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$489Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air CanadaCheapest$498Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
French BeeCheapest$518Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$523Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$532Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$537Average$1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$549Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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