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Cheap Flights from New York to Istanbul & Flight Information
Origin airport IATA code
NYC
Destination airport IATA code
IST
Number of flight options
1
Average flight time
16 hours 55 mins

Istanbul IST Flight Information

Traveling From
New York
Origin Airport IATA Code
NYC
Traveling To
Istanbul
Destination Airport IATA Code
IST
Number of Airlines Serving
6
Available Airlines
Distance
8026 km
Direct Flight Time
23 40
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight between New York and Istanbul?
If you’re ready to lock in your airfare from New York to Istanbul, you’ll have to make an important decision. JFK to Istanbul (ISL-Ataturk Intl.) or Newark Airport to ISL? There are multiple carriers to take your pick of on the first route, including Turkish Airlines. On the second route, Turkish Airlines is one of the most highly regarded.
How long is a direct flight from New York to Istanbul?
The journey of 5,000 miles from New York to Istanbul takes around 9 hours and 32 minutes, but can sometimes pass as quickly as 9 hours and 20 minutes. Family trip or romantic escape? Relaxed or fast-paced? Whatever your type of holiday, reach your destination the simple way by picking a direct flight.
What are the best airports for New York to Istanbul flights?
The most frequently flown routes between New York and Istanbul are:

  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to ISL - 170 flights per week
  • Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.) to ISL - 109 flights per week
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 22 flights per week

What are some of the most popular airlines flying from New York to Istanbul?
Rest easy knowing you’re jetting to Istanbul with a reputable airline. There are plenty of air carriers that offer services from New York, however here are some of the most popular to look into:

  • United Airlines with 164 flights every month.
  • Qatar Airways with 121 flights every month.
  • SAS with 121 flights every month.
  • British Airways with 91 flights every month.
  • Lufthansa with 60 flights every month.
  • American Airlines with 56 flights every month.

How many flights are there from New York to Istanbul?
Booking a trip from New York to Istanbul is a breeze. With 24 daily flights to choose from, you can set off on your dream holiday any day of the year.
What are the cheapest days to book a flight?
This is one is easy to remember: Ticket Thursdays. We found that tickets booked on a Thursday resulted in the best deal on average in 2021. However, Friday can be the worst day to purchase plane tickets, as it was the day with the highest average ticket price based on flight demand on ebookers in 2021.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
When analysing flight demand on ebookers in 2021, Friday turned out to be the cheapest day to fly, with Tuesday as a close second. That’s definitely something to consider when booking your next trip! Thinking of traveling mid-week? It turns out that Wednesdays generally had the most expensive airline tickets, so keep this in mind when planning for your next trip.*According to flight demand on ebookers.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.

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Cheap flights from New York to Istanbul 

Our advanced search tools and comprehensive filters help you find a flight that fits your budget. To search for cheap flights, just enter your travel dates and sort your results by price. With all available tickets listed lowest price first, it’s easy to select the one that’s easiest on your wallet.  

To find the cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul, you can also travel outside peak season. The more flexible you can be on travel dates, the easier it is to find those cheap flight tickets. We know, for example, that the cheapest time to travel between New York to Istanbul is . In the current list of deals available, prices start at and can rise to for return flights.  

Find the best flight from New York to Istanbul  

Every day between New York and Istanbul, 11 flights from 6 airlines jet back and forth. And with ebookers, you can book tickets for any one of those flights. If you book a direct flight with Uzbekistan Airways, Avianca, Turkish Airlines, Pakistan International Airlines, Singapore Airlines, IndiGo, you’ll arrive safely in your destination in around 23hours. If you can think of a quicker way to cover the 8026 km between null and null, let us know! 

Flights from New York to Istanbul — a great choice on great deals 

We only need a little information to give you a lot of choice. Just tell us when you’re planning your family holiday, long weekend, luxury getaway or quick business trip, and we’ll do the rest. And to keep your choice-making easy, we’ve given you plenty of ways to narrow down your search. Choose one-way, roundtrip or multi city flights, select your preferred airline, your time of arrival and departure and cabin class using the filters.  

Once you’ve told us what you want, we’ll show you what’s on offer. All you need to do is take your pick and start packing.  

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We want the experience of booking your flight from New York to Istanbul to be as simple as possible. That’s why we designed our search and filter options to make your life easy. Whether you are travelling on business or for pleasure, ebookers has you covered. 

When you’re ready to book, our service is always fast and transparent. We know plans change, so we have a range of flexible booking options. Choose between refundable bookings and flights with no charges should you need to rearrange and travel stress-free. 

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The Green Park Pendik

The Green Park Pendik

5 out of 5
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Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

4 out of 5
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Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

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5 out of 5
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