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$409+ Cheap flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — JFK
Mar 6 — Mar 131
Fri 3/6
Fri 3/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 4, 2026.

This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/154:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/196:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$520
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/154:30 am
IST
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JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 5/256:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$521
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/183:45 pm
IST
-
JFK
1 stop33h 00m
Air Europa
Sat 5/210:05 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop32h 50m
Air Europa
Deal found 2/3$522
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:30 am
IST
-
JFK
2 stops18h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 4/246:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/3$524
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/154:30 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 5/285:10 pm
JFK
-
IST
2 stops27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$525
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/304:30 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop19h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 5/46:55 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop25h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$526
This Ucuzabilet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Ucuzabilet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/125:20 am
IST
-
JFK
1 stop14h 25m
Air Serbia
Thu 2/263:00 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop16h 55m
Air Serbia
Deal found 2/3$527
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:30 am
IST
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JFK
2 stops18h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 4/205:10 pm
JFK
-
IST
2 stops27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/3$528
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/164:30 am
IST
-
JFK
2 stops18h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 4/195:10 pm
JFK
-
IST
2 stops27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/1$529
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/42:55 pm
IST
-
JFK
1 stop13h 40m
LOT
Sun 3/1511:35 pm
JFK
-
IST
1 stop31h 25m
LOT
Deal found 2/1$530
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:30 am
IST
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JFK
2 stops18h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 5/265:10 pm
JFK
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IST
2 stops27h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/2$531
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 2/98:00 am
SAW
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JFK
2 stops22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/226:05 pm
JFK
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SAW
1 stop20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$563

Find flight deals from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 February 4, 2026.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl 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 February 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops42h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/25

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$525

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/30

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$528

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Mon 4/13

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 4/20

5:10 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

$528

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Thu 4/16

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/30

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$528

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Fri 4/17

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/23

5:10 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

$529

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Sat 4/18

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/23

5:10 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

$529

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Wed 4/15

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 4/23

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$529

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/25

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$542

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

4:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops18h 10m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 5/9

5:10 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 30m

$549

IstanbulNew York

IST - JFK

ISTJFK

Istanbul

Sun 4/19

4:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop19h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

6:55 pm-3:40 am

1 stop25h 45m

$555

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is 23 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 Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $425). Flying from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 IST to JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 4, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 February 4, 2026.

The most flights from TR5 to JFK are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

How often are flights from Istanbul to New York delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Istanbul and New York have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to New York flights?

Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated February 4, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport have to say. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,448 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,759 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,716 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,147 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sally,Oct 2025

ATH - JFK

Only negative outcome of this trip was 3 hour delay, but everything else was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Scandinavian Airlines and KLM can get you from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in just under 14h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 27h 45m. The distance between Istanbul and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is about 5023 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is Icelandair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $384 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are LOT and KLM, starting at $444 and $445 round-trip. Icelandair is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Serbia. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $292. Users have also found prices from $316 and $364 on Kuwait Airways and British Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport consider choosing Uzbekistan Airways (57%), Avianca (57%) or Turkish Airlines (57%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $576. While the most popular route (Istanbul - New York John F Kennedy Intl) can be booked for $560 on average, our data indicates $1,900 when flying from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $425). Flying from Istanbul to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of $554). 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 9 airlines flying from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 February 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$384Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$444Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
KLMCheapest$445Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air EuropaCheapest$454Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
British AirwaysCheapest$465Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air SerbiaCheapest$481Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$527Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$579Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$622Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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