Travelling from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Explore your options for taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The average time for a direct New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is 9 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of New York. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul.
The busiest route is from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), with 23 direct weekly services. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from JFK to IST is the 12:10am Turkish Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 8:45pm with Turkish Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to IST, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Go straight to your destination from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Nonstop flights from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) are available from here.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport departing from JFK.
Turkish Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from JFK to IST.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from New York to IST leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
JFK is around 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to John F. Kennedy International Airport's on-time performance, 74.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) flight ticket with departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Work out whether leaving from EWR works best for your plans.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from New York to IST leaving from EWR. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and arrive at your destination without any detours.
Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from EWR to IST.
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, browse these options when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can arrive at EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to IST flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 73.3%.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Booking a flight ticket from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) with a stop or two can give you a bigger choice of departure times along with better fares. When flying from LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to IST:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey time to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
LGA has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to the centre of Istanbul is around 32 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Rs46,984 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Return flights start from Rs122,482. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book ten months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from New York to IST.
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The best time to fly from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
February is the quietest month for flights from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your New York to IST flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Eskisehir is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.
Around 153 kilometres east of Istanbul, Adapazarı is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.
