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$333+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Istanbul (IST)

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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — IST
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
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The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul are usually found in October or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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AranGrant
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$729
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One-way from

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Fri 1/317:50 amIST - JFK
1 stop20h 45mLOT
Deal found 12/22$745
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/299:45 amJFK - IST
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1211:40 amIST - JFK
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$749
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/291:00 amJFK - IST
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Wed 1/155:10 amIST - JFK
1 stop13h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/23$779
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:15 pmJFK - IST
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 1/102:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/23$824
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:30 pmJFK - IST
2 stops16h 35mLufthansa
Wed 1/157:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 12/23$846
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:30 pmJFK - IST
2 stops21h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/226:50 amIST - JFK
2 stops41h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$880
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:25 pmJFK - IST
2 stops16h 00mIcelandair
Fri 1/109:00 amIST - JFK
2 stops17h 00mIcelandair
Deal found 12/23$931
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:05 amJFK - IST
2 stops24h 00mAir Canada
Mon 4/217:15 amIST - JFK
2 stops21h 02mAir Canada
Deal found 12/22$1,010

Find flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 December 23, 2024.

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JFK - IST

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/26

6:54 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop14h 01m

Istanbul

Mon 2/10

5:10 am-1:00 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$729

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/5

4:25 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops17h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 2/12

6:50 am-1:20 pm

2 stops38h 30m

$730

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/20

6:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 2/28

5:10 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$732

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/31

8:40 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 2/6

6:25 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$734

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/12

10:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 1/21

10:35 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops30h 00m

$744

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/3

9:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 4/28

4:20 am-8:55 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$749

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/29

9:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 2/7

8:30 am-8:42 pm

2 stops20h 12m

$754

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/12

11:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 4/18

4:25 pm-9:00 am

1 stop23h 35m

$755

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/7

8:45 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop12h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 5/18

6:20 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$758

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/24

6:30 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

2:00 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$766

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 JFK to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 23, 2024.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, 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 14% versus a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 23, 2024.

The most flights from JFK to IST are scheduled on a Friday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 December 23, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with British Airways, Lufthansa and Air Canada 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,125 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

SAUDIA
7.4
Good
707 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,503 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl 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 flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Air France, at $729, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include SAUDIA and British Airways. Air France is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $389 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lufthansa. You may also be able to find cheap deals on SAUDIA and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $421 and $423, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are Singapore Airlines (76%), IndiGo (73%) and Turkish Airlines (72%).

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

    While on average a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,849, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $483. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $551 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The most popular layover on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is London. London is followed by Frankfurt am Main in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $35 per day.

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

    The majority of Frankfurt am Main visitors spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $42 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Flights departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and landing in Istanbul Airport layover in Belgrade least frequently. Paris sees the next fewest layovers on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$255Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$511Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$615Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SAUDIACheapest$638Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
LOTCheapest$650Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Royal JordanianCheapest$654Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
British AirwaysCheapest$678Average$937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air SerbiaCheapest$689Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
ITA AirwaysCheapest$698Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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