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$245+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New York to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 (IST). 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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$474
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One-way from

$259
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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 December 2, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/301:00 pmEWR - IST
2 stops31h 10mDelta
Thu 1/165:10 amIST - EWR
1 stop17h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/1$646
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:15 amJFK - IST
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/208:50 pmIST - JFK
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$668
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:30 amEWR - IST
3 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/912:55 amIST - EWR
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$681
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/289:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Sat 3/15:10 amIST - JFK
1 stop15h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/2$691
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:05 pmEWR - IST
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
Sun 12/86:30 amIST - EWR
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/2$741
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/810:35 pmEWR - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Wed 2/56:30 pmIST - EWR
1 stop33h 55mLOT
Deal found 12/2$744
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/73:45 pmJFK - IST
1 stop18h 20mLufthansa
Wed 2/56:50 amIST - JFK
1 stop15h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/2$744
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/96:15 pmSWF - IST
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/135:20 amIST - SWF
3 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$753
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:40 pmJFK - IST
2 stops39h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 1/136:25 pmIST - JFK
2 stops32h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/2$764
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/299:35 pmEWR - IST
1 stop32h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 1/136:25 pmIST - EWR
1 stop27h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/2$793
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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.
Mon 12/210:05 amJFK - IST
2 stops24h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/66:50 amIST - JFK
2 stops21h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$795
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/63:35 pmLGA - IST
2 stops18h 30mAir Canada
Mon 2/36:50 amIST - LGA
2 stops16h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 12/2$797

Find flights from New York to Istanbul within your budget

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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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New WindsorIstanbul

SWF - IST

SWFIST

New Windsor Stewart

Mon 2/24

6:15 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 3/8

11:55 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$474

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Mon 1/20

6:30 pm-12:30 am

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

3:30 pm-3:50 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$631

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 3/20

7:35 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 3/29

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$632

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Fri 2/7

4:50 pm-4:10 am

1 stop27h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 2/16

5:10 am-6:07 pm

2 stops20h 57m

$633

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 1/16

6:35 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 1/25

7:35 am-2:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$636

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/23

7:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 3/28

8:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$672

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/31

5:30 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 4/30

6:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$676

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/11

6:25 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 2/18

8:00 am-7:43 pm

2 stops19h 43m

$678

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/31

1:15 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 4/15

6:45 am-11:42 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$691

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/28

3:35 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 2/4

6:50 am-5:38 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$709

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Airport 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 Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Istanbul Airport 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 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 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.
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Travel insights for flights from New York to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New York to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

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 November 22, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York 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 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 December 2, 2024.

When flying from New York 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 15% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on November 24, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday at noon 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 to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York 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 2, 2024.

The most flights from NYC to IST are scheduled on a Friday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 2, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with LOT, British Airways and Delta from New York to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
755 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,698 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,154 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,816 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,465 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $632. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $633, and American Airlines, from $636. British Airways is 37% 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 to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is LOT, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $424. However, be on the lookout for offers from SAUDIA and Air Serbia, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from New York to Istanbul Airport is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul. You may also consider New York LaGuardia - Istanbul or Newark - Istanbul.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Singapore Airlines (88%), Avianca (85%) or Pakistan International Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,781, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $481. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $511 for that flight.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from New York to Istanbul Airport is London. New York to Istanbul Airport flights stop in Frankfurt am Main the next most. Paris comes in third as the most popular layover location on New York to Istanbul Airport flights.

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

    Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. 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 can rent a car at London Heathrow for an average daily rate of $37 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Römer are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $39 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Paris?

    The majority of Paris visitors spend their time at Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Place Vendôme. Travelers on a layover in Paris can visit Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Place Vendôme, by traveling 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.2 mi, respectively after landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those landing in Paris looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $38 per day.

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

    Flights departing from New York and landing in Istanbul Airport layover in Oslo least frequently. Belgrade is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from New York to Istanbul Airport. Paris follows Belgrade in terms of the least frequent layover locations on New York to Istanbul Airport 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 Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from New York 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 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$255Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$628Average$860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$641Average$909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$652Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Royal JordanianCheapest$654Average$813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
British AirwaysCheapest$658Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air SerbiaCheapest$684Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$689Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SAUDIACheapest$712Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$716Average$794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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