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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.Rs54,167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs54,167, select.
Istanbul.Rs54,529 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs54,529, select.
Istanbul.Rs58,171 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,171, select.
Istanbul.Rs61,260 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs61,260, select.
Istanbul.Rs62,489 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs62,489, select.
Istanbul.Rs67,188 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Mar.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,188, select.
Istanbul.Rs70,419 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs70,419, select.
Istanbul.Rs70,675 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr.One-way flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK).Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs70,675, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from Rs101,910
Jul
from Rs78,382
Aug
from Rs62,489
Sep
from Rs54,529
Oct
from Rs58,171
Nov
from Rs54,167
Dec
from Rs61,260
Jan
from Rs70,419
Feb
from Rs76,125
Mar
from Rs67,188
Apr
from Rs70,675
May
from Rs84,408

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New York to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRs54,167
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time9 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week109

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul is Rs114,841. 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.
9 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 109 flights per week flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from New York John F. Kennedy Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from Rs114,841.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Istanbul on Saturday, 8 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Icelandair and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul is 10 hours 55 minutes.

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is seven hours ahead of New York.

  • With 23 flights a week between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest departure from JFK to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 20:45.

  • To avoid rushing for your JFK to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Start your trip at JFK and travel nonstop to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul tickets.

  • Book your favourite seat with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from JFK to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near JFK:

  • 74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Istanbul

  • Rs54,167 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs114,841. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JFK to Istanbul.

  • Organise your trip for March. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.

  • Finding a cheap flight from JFK to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from JFK to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your JFK to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and be off and running.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Travel to Istanbul in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JFK to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Istanbul, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just two of the major attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are key highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from New York to Istanbul

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