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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Istanbul Airport from C$ 612

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Istanbul are usually found in October or September, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 820

One-way from

C$ 612

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,096

Good round-trip deal

C$ 801 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 467 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 29/11-10/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 46m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 18/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 55m total
  • New York to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2025.

Sat 29/116:05 a.m.LGA - IST
2 stops28h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/126:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops24h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 820
Tue 9/123:15 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/16:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops25h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 828
Wed 31/1210:35 a.m.LGA - IST
2 stops28h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 18/16:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops35h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 829
Sat 6/121:05 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops21h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 16/126:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops22h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 841
Thu 4/128:15 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops18h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/126:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops20h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 876
Wed 31/125:00 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Tue 13/14:50 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops21h 38mDelta
Deal found 30/10C$ 898
Fri 5/121:05 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 14/126:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops23h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 910
Tue 9/122:50 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops18h 05mDelta
Tue 13/14:50 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops20h 35mDelta
Deal found 30/10C$ 926
Tue 2/123:00 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops17h 55mDelta
Mon 12/15:55 p.m.IST - LGA
2 stops30h 35mDelta
Deal found 30/10C$ 927
Wed 31/125:00 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Sat 17/14:50 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops21h 38mDelta
Deal found 30/10C$ 947
Tue 2/123:20 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops23h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 14/16:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops25h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 951
Sun 28/123:20 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops18h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/16:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops19h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 962

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Mon 23/2

1:05 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops25h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

6:30 a.m.-2:42 p.m.

2 stops16h 12m

C$ 828

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/1

3:20 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

2 stops18h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 20/1

6:30 a.m.-9:52 a.m.

2 stops35h 22m

C$ 856

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/12

8:15 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 9/12

6:30 a.m.-7:07 p.m.

2 stops20h 37m

C$ 876

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 24/3

3:20 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 3/4

5:50 a.m.-11:22 p.m.

2 stops24h 32m

C$ 878

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/4

1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

2 stops21h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 8/4

1:50 p.m.-11:22 p.m.

2 stops16h 32m

C$ 884

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/1

6:00 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops14h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 20/1

4:50 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops20h 35m

C$ 898

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Wed 14/1

5:00 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops15h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 27/1

4:50 a.m.-5:25 p.m.

2 stops20h 35m

C$ 898

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Thu 26/2

2:00 p.m.-3:50 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

4:50 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

2 stops19h 35m

C$ 929

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Thu 15/1

4:59 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops15h 56m

Istanbul

Wed 21/1

4:50 a.m.-5:11 p.m.

2 stops20h 21m

C$ 933

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Sat 17/1

4:05 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops16h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 23/2

4:50 a.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops20h 22m

C$ 933

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 41 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 631). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,042). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 October 2025.

When flying from New York to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 12% versus a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Istanbul Airport?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from New York to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Jeddah (JED) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 960.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Warsaw (WAW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 12h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New York to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Warsaw (WAW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 13m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 30 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from New York to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,031 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,031 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,031 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sep 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from New York to Istanbul Airport in about 25h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 8016 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    British Airways, at C$ 605, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Istanbul Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Turkish Airlines. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from New York to Istanbul Airport on time: RwandAir (73%), Uzbekistan Airways (73%), IndiGo (73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport is generally C$ 731, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 464. When looking at the most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Istanbul), you can expect to pay C$ 1,127 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 631). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,042). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestC$ 605AverageC$ 1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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