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$259+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Istanbul

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EWR — IST
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Newark to Istanbul are usually found in February or October, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$645
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$259
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$838
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/1812:55 amEWR - SAW
2 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/269:05 pmSAW - EWR
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$645
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2310:35 pmEWR - IST
1 stop19h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 4/18:15 amIST - EWR
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$649
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Mon 3/1011:00 pmEWR - IST
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/188:15 pmIST - EWR
2 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$655
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/267:35 pmEWR - SAW
1 stop12h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 4/24:15 pmSAW - EWR
2 stops31h 43mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$663
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1910:35 pmEWR - IST
1 stop18h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/267:35 amIST - EWR
2 stops22h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$666
This Icelandair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Icelandair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/138:25 pmEWR - IST
1 stop20h 30mIcelandair
Fri 10/177:05 amIST - EWR
1 stop19h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 2/19$676
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/265:50 pmEWR - IST
1 stop27h 20mDelta
Tue 11/45:10 amIST - EWR
1 stop17h 25mDelta
Deal found 2/20$705
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/265:50 pmEWR - IST
1 stop27h 20mAir France
Sun 4/64:20 amIST - EWR
1 stop17h 40mAir France
Deal found 2/19$746
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2711:35 pmEWR - IST
1 stop18h 05mLOT
Mon 4/77:00 amIST - EWR
2 stops17h 45mLOT
Deal found 2/20$766
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/256:05 pmEWR - IST
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
Tue 3/46:50 amIST - EWR
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 2/20$784
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:40 pmEWR - IST
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/206:30 amIST - EWR
2 stops21h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$825
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:30 pmEWR - IST
2 stops15h 35mAir Canada
Tue 3/116:50 amIST - EWR
2 stops17h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$845

Find flights from Newark to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Newark

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - SAW

EWRSAW

Newark

Tue 3/18

12:55 am-12:10 am

2 stops40h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/26

9:05 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$645

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sun 3/23

10:35 pm-12:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 4/1

8:15 am-7:25 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$649

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - SAW

EWRSAW

Newark

Wed 3/19

7:35 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/26

3:50 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop30h 10m

$653

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Mon 3/10

11:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 3/18

8:15 pm-12:59 am

2 stops35h 44m

$655

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Wed 3/26

5:50 pm-4:10 am

1 stop27h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 4/6

4:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$746

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Thu 3/27

11:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 4/7

7:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops17h 45m

$766

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Tue 2/25

6:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 3/4

6:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$784

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Mon 3/10

3:40 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 3/24

5:10 am-3:40 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$791

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Mon 3/3

7:40 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop14h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 3/10

6:50 am-2:55 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$832

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Tue 3/4

6:30 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops15h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 3/11

6:50 am-5:40 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$845

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Travel insights for flights from Newark to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 12 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul. 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 Newark Airport to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Newark 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 EWR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Newark Airport to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Istanbul, such as Delta, LOT and Qatar Airways. 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
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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
1,080 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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
1,449 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

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 Newark 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 Newark Airport to Istanbul round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at $649. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at $656 and $746, respectively. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $429 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from LOT. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Egyptair and Turkish Airlines, with prices starting from $454 and $465, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul consider choosing RwandAir (33%), Thai Airways (32%) or Turkish Airlines (32%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul? While on average our users pay $1,954, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $441. The most popular route (Newark - Istanbul), is priced around $657.

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

    Of the flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul that have layovers, most of them stop in Frankfurt am Main.

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

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time experiencing 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 can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $44 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Of the flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in London.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Istanbul?

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
French BeeCheapest$313Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$612Average$826FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$628Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$651Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$655Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$689Average$1,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$778Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$868Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$944Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$958Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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