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$335+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — IST
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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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 Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$649
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One-way from

$335
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul
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 January 21, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 2/187:00 pmJFK - SAW
1 stop11h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 2/253:50 pmSAW - JFK
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$649
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 4/233:55 pmJFK - IST
3 stops29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/61:40 amIST - JFK
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$649
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 2/191:10 pmJFK - SAW
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/287:00 amSAW - JFK
1 stop19h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$651
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Mon 3/107:30 pmJFK - IST
1 stop15h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 3/318:15 pmIST - JFK
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/21$652
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Wed 3/1911:35 pmJFK - IST
1 stop31h 20mLOT
Sun 3/232:55 pmIST - JFK
1 stop13h 40mLOT
Deal found 1/20$653
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Wed 10/298:25 pmJFK - IST
1 stop20h 30mIcelandair
Wed 11/58:05 amIST - JFK
1 stop18h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 1/20$675
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Thu 10/210:05 pmJFK - IST
1 stop32h 50mAir Europa
Mon 10/133:45 pmIST - JFK
1 stop33h 00mAir Europa
Deal found 1/21$677
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Thu 3/132:00 amJFK - IST
1 stop19h 10mAir France
Tue 3/255:10 amIST - JFK
1 stop19h 00mAir France
Deal found 1/21$680
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Wed 2/194:45 pmJFK - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Mon 3/35:10 amIST - JFK
1 stop16h 50mKLM
Deal found 1/21$682
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Mon 3/1711:45 amJFK - IST
2 stops22h 10mDelta
Wed 4/24:20 amIST - JFK
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/21$690
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Fri 3/149:05 pmJFK - IST
1 stop20h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/267:35 amIST - JFK
1 stop14h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$703
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Tue 10/2811:10 pmJFK - IST
1 stop16h 35mLufthansa
Mon 11/107:00 pmIST - JFK
1 stop33h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 1/20$747

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 January 21, 2025.

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New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/18

7:00 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 2/25

3:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$649

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/26

6:15 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 1/31

9:15 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$649

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - SAW

JFKSAW

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/19

1:10 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/28

7:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$651

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/10

8:15 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 3/24

6:25 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$652

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/20

10:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 3/2

6:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$657

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 3/13

2:00 am-4:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

5:10 am-5:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$680

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/19

4:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

5:10 am-2:00 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$682

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/19

5:49 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops16h 06m

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

5:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$686

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 3/14

9:05 pm-12:40 am

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 3/26

7:35 am-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$703

New YorkIstanbul

JFK - IST

JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/25

3:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 2/1

6:50 am-1:55 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$777

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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?

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 January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 63 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul, 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?

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 January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul

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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from JFK to TR5 are scheduled on a Tuesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from New York to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Delta, LOT and Air Serbia. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,521 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,117 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,752 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
686 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,490 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul round-trip from $649. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are LOT, from $657, and Air France, from $680. Users have found that British Airways is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Vueling. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $384. Users have also found prices from $397 and $418 on Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul consider choosing Turkish Airlines (60%), IndiGo (60%) or Singapore Airlines (52%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul is generally $1,688, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $470. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $558 for that flight.

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

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul flights have a layover in London most often. Frankfurt am Main is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul.

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

    If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $38.

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

    Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer are the most popular attractions in Frankfurt am Main if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer can be visited by traveling about 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 $40 per day.

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

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Belgrade. Paris sees the next fewest layovers on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul 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.

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    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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$255Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$546Average$919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$557Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
American AirlinesCheapest$586Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$609Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$610Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$615Average$1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
British AirwaysCheapest$628Average$974FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$646Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Royal JordanianCheapest$654Average$754FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
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