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Flight deals from Istanbul to New York

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to New York? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
New York.Rs56,611 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs56,611, select.
New York.Rs59,531 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 27 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs59,531, select.
New York.Rs66,286 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun.One-way flight with Norwegian.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs66,286, select.
New York.Rs69,926 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs69,926, select.
New York.Rs76,210 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs76,210, select.
New York.Rs86,815 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs86,815, select.
New York.Rs89,151 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs89,151, select.
New York.Rs94,601 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs94,601, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to New York

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to New York flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from Rs59,531
Jun
from Rs66,286
Jul
from Rs96,635
Aug
from Rs107,552
Sep
from Rs76,210
Oct
from Rs69,926
Nov
from Rs56,611
Dec
from Rs86,815
Jan
from Rs98,257
Feb
from Rs89,151
Mar
from Rs94,601
Apr
from Rs116,523

Direct flights from Istanbul to New York

Alternative Istanbul to New York routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Istanbul to New York? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs56,611
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time10 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week122

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to New York: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in New York: New York LaGuardia, New York Newark, New York John F. Kennedy, Westchester County, Islip, and Stewart International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to New York is Rs121,851. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
10 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to New York.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and Uzbekistan Airways fly direct from Istanbul to New York.
As of May 2025, there are 122 flights per week flying from Istanbul to New York.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to New York is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near New York is New York Newark – which is 14.1 km away from the centre of New York. We've found flights into this airport from Rs121,851.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to New York on Monday, 3 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 14°C. July is typically the warmest month in New York, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is August.
The cheapest airline that flies to New York is Icelandair. And the cheapest airline that flies to New York Newark Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Flying from Istanbul to New York: what you need to know

  • Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Istanbul to New York. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.

  • When flying into New York, step off the plane at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is another way to get to this city.

  • Around 10 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Istanbul to New York flight.

  • New York is seven hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 23 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Istanbul to New York is with Turkish Airlines at 19:05. Go for the first IST to JFK departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 00:45 to fit in more activities on your first day in New York.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Istanbul to New York flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying over a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to New York

  • Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to New York flights.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to New York is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Istanbul to New York is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Istanbul to New York flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You can find a direct flight from Istanbul to New York taking off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Begin your trip at IST and then land at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

  • Check out the promotions with Turkish Airlines. This airline offers direct Istanbul to New York plane tickets from IST.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Istanbul to New York flights leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Istanbul to New York? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to New York flight. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and New York:

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

  • You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 31 kilometres or so.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Istanbul to New York, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

  • 76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near JFK:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's main sights.

  • Reserving your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • The centre of New York is approximately 14 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). After your flight from Istanbul to New York has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 30 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near EWR. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Istanbul to New York:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.

  • The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is about 13 kilometres from the centre of New York. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or cab after your flight from Istanbul to New York.

  • If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour.

  • Enjoy a quiet, low-key start to your break by staying at a hotel near LGA after your Istanbul to New York flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to get your bearings in a new destination at:

  • Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your journey by picking up a LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty make getting on the road smooth sailing.

  • Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your vehicle from LGA two weeks before your flight from Istanbul to New York for the best deals.

  • LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

Best time to go to New York

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to New York. To steer clear of the crowds, head to New York in May.

  • Before locking in your Istanbul to New York tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Istanbul to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC.

More about New York

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in New York right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Istanbul to New York:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are top attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to New York

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