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 £589 to £864. The lowest price recently found on this route was £398.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 145 flights per week flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Air Serbia, LEVEL, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Istanbul

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £589 to £864.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £398.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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 £694 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 for as low as £609 on momondo.

Question 6

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

The average flight duration from New York to Istanbul depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport is 14h 12m on average, while flying from Newark to Istanbul Airport is 29h 35m on average. Istanbul Airport is the most popular airport in Istanbul.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 20 flights per day flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 00:00, with 43% of flights taking off in the morning.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from New York, with most prices found around £538. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £573.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 10

How often are flights from New York to Istanbul delayed?

Accepted Answer

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 180 minutes.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 21% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 12

What is the cheapest New York to Istanbul flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Istanbul for the best New York - Istanbul flight prices

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to Istanbul from New York in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £636 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of £814. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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 15

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

Accepted Answer

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from New York is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as £687. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to Istanbul on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around £959. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

There are 2 operators available for flights from New York to Istanbul as of December 2025.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

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

There are 2 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.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Istanbul?

Air Serbia, LEVEL, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York 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 180 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon 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 21% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of December 2025, there are 20 flights per day flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 00:00, with 43% of flights taking off in the morning.

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

As of December 2025, there are 145 flights per week flying from New York to Istanbul. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

The average flight duration from New York to Istanbul depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport is 14h 12m on average, while flying from Newark to Istanbul Airport is 29h 35m on average. Istanbul Airport is the most popular airport in Istanbul.

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