What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from New York according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 79% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 9h 45m to fly from New York to Istanbul if you fly out of Newark (the most popular airport in New York) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of New York and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 12h 20m.

How many flights depart from New York to Istanbul on average per day?

As of August 2025, there are 22 flights per day flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 12:00AM, with 45% of flights taking off in the morning.

How many flights depart from New York to Istanbul on average per week?

As of August 2025, 160 flights take off from New York and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from New York to Istanbul were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Istanbul?

There are 17 operators available for flights from New York to Istanbul as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Istanbul?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$173 Cheap Flights from New York to Istanbul in 2025

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Istanbul?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $773 to $1,177. The lowest price recently found on this route was $429.

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8:25 pm - 11:55 pmEWR-IST

20h 30m1 stop

12:25 pm - 6:20 pmIST-EWR

13h 55m1 stop

$429Icelandair

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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 3

8:25 pm - 11:55 pmJFK-IST

20h 30m1 stop

12:25 pm - 6:10 pmIST-JFK

13h 45m1 stop

$429Icelandair

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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 3

7:30 pm - 11:55 pmEWR-IST

20h 25m1 stop

12:25 pm - 6:20 pmIST-EWR

13h 55m1 stop

$437Icelandair

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Wed, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 23

3:40 pm - 3:25 amEWR-IST

28h 45m2 stops

4:50 am - 2:55 pmIST-EWR

18h 05m1 stop

$516Delta

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5:00 pm - 3:25 amEWR-IST

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12:20 am - 12:50 amJFK-IST

17h 30m1 stop

7:35 am - 2:20 pmIST-JFK

14h 45m1 stop

$529British Airways

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9:25 pm - 4:40 pmEWR-IST

12h 15m1 stop

7:35 am - 1:50 pmIST-EWR

14h 15m1 stop

$530British Airways

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Sun, Oct 12 - Thu, Nov 13

6:05 pm - 6:05 pmEWR-IST

16h 00m1 stop

6:30 am - 4:00 pmIST-EWR

17h 30m1 stop

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Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 24

6:05 pm - 6:05 pmEWR-IST

16h 00m1 stop

6:30 am - 4:00 pmIST-EWR

17h 30m1 stop

$541Lufthansa

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Sun, Jan 25 - Thu, Feb 5

12:25 am - 6:10 pmEWR-IST

9h 45mnonstop

7:30 pm - 10:30 pmIST-EWR

11h 00mnonstop

$553Turkish Airlines

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Lufthansa flights from New York to Istanbul

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Lufthansa

Jan 28

EWR6:05 pmNewark

16h 00m

1 stop

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Feb 24

IST6:30 amIstanbul

17h 30m

1 stop

EWR4:00 pmNewark

$532

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Lufthansa

Jan 25

EWR6:05 pmNewark

16h 00m

1 stop

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Feb 5

IST6:30 amIstanbul

17h 30m

1 stop

EWR4:00 pmNewark

$541

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Lufthansa

Jan 6

EWR6:05 pmNewark

20h 40m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Jan 16

IST6:30 amIstanbul

17h 30m

1 stop

EWR4:00 pmNewark

$546

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Icelandair

Oct 22

EWR8:25 pmNewark

20h 30m

1 stop

IST11:55 pmIstanbul

Nov 3

IST12:25 pmIstanbul

13h 55m

1 stop

EWR6:20 pmNewark

$429

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Icelandair

Jan 28

EWR7:30 pmNewark

20h 25m

1 stop

IST11:55 pmIstanbul

Feb 23

IST12:25 pmIstanbul

13h 55m

1 stop

EWR6:20 pmNewark

$437

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Icelandair

Jan 28

EWR7:30 pmNewark

20h 25m

1 stop

IST11:55 pmIstanbul

Feb 2

IST12:25 pmIstanbul

13h 55m

1 stop

EWR6:20 pmNewark

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Wed 10/22

8:25 pm-11:55 pm

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Mon 11/3

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1 stop13h 55m

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8:25 pm-11:55 pm

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1 stop13h 45m

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7:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

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1 stop13h 55m

$437

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3:40 pm-3:25 am

2 stops28h 45m

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4:50 am-2:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$516

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EWR - IST

EWRIST

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Sun 10/12

5:00 pm-3:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 11/12

4:50 am-2:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$524

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JFKIST

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

12:20 am-12:50 am

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

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1 stop14h 45m

$529

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Sun 10/12

9:25 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

7:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$530

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Wed 1/28

6:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 00m

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6:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$532

NewarkIstanbul

EWR - IST

EWRIST

Newark

Sun 1/25

6:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 2/5

6:30 am-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$541

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EWR - IST

EWRIST

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Tue 1/27

12:25 am-6:10 pm

Nonstop9h 45m

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Wed 2/4

7:30 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop11h 00m

$553

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $837. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $864.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $948. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Saturday is $1,046.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is at noon. Flights from New York to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $807. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $998 on average. Flights to Istanbul from New York in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest New York to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $969 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from New York for as low as $835 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$173
Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Istanbul from New York in the past 72 hours is $173. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $429.

The fastest flight from New York to Istanbul takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from New York to Istanbul on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Turkish Airlines.

There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

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How far is New York to Istanbul by plane?
A flight from New York to Istanbul will travel around 5007.1 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 9h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from New York to Istanbul were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Istanbul?
There are 17 operators available for flights from New York to Istanbul as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Istanbul?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from New York to Istanbul

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
French Bee	PriceFrom $313	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 74 reviews	Search French Bee flights
Icelandair	PriceFrom $370	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 524 reviews	Search Icelandair flights
Delta	PriceFrom $491	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,990 reviews	Search Delta flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $493	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,234 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $500	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,876 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $537	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $557	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 627 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights
Air France	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,466 reviews	Search Air France flights
KLM	PriceFrom $587	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,383 reviews	Search KLM flights
LOT	PriceFrom $612	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,102 reviews	Search LOT flights

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