Question 1

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

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as £665. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around £942. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 2

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul?

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Air Serbia and LEVEL are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 4

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights?

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 5

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flight route?

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Question 6

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around £649 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as £569 on momondo.

Question 7

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Istanbul flights?

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Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Istanbul flights?

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According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, with most prices found around £506. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of February, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £540.

Question 10

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

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Flying to Istanbul from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £703 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £765. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 11

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per week?

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As of February 2026, 100 flights take off from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 12

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per day?

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As of February 2026, 14 flights take off from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 42% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

Question 13

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

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Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 167 minutes.

Question 14

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul?

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Prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul refresh daily.

Question 15

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul?

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The number of operators available for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul is 2 as of February 2026.

Question 16

How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul?

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The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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

What cabin class options are available on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul?

Air Serbia and LEVEL are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 23% of flights between New York and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 167 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New York to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New York to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 20% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per day?

As of February 2026, 14 flights take off from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 20:00, with 42% of daily flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Istanbul on average per week?

As of February 2026, 100 flights take off from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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