Cheap flights from New York, NY to Istanbul Airport from C$ 473

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — IST
6 Aug — 13 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Istanbul are usually found in March or October, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday 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 1 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 771

One-way from

C$ 473

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

C$ 1,268

Good round-trip deal

C$ 987 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 580 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 21/10-7/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 06m total
  • New York to Istanbul
12/9
  • 12/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 51m total
  • New York to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 181 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from New York (NYC) to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York (NYC) to Istanbul.

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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 1 August 2025.

Tue 21/107:30 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/116:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops23h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 771
Wed 27/83:45 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops20h 20mAir Canada
Tue 9/99:20 p.m.IST - LGA
2 stops29h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 29/7C$ 780
Sat 25/105:00 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops27h 50mDelta
Mon 3/114:50 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops22h 44mDelta
Deal found 29/7C$ 816
Sat 15/115:35 p.m.LGA - IST
2 stops45h 10mLufthansa
Sat 29/116:30 a.m.IST - LGA
2 stops23h 02mLufthansa
Deal found 29/7C$ 980

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New York

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Tue 21/10

7:30 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

6:30 a.m.-9:46 p.m.

2 stops23h 16m

C$ 771

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Wed 27/8

3:45 p.m.-7:05 p.m.

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

9:20 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops29h 17m

C$ 780

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Sat 25/10

5:00 p.m.-3:50 a.m.

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 3/11

4:50 a.m.-7:34 p.m.

2 stops22h 44m

C$ 816

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Sat 15/11

5:35 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

2 stops45h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 29/11

6:30 a.m.-9:32 p.m.

2 stops23h 02m

C$ 980

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Fri 12/9

9:59 a.m.-3:50 a.m.

2 stops34h 51m

C$ 473

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Sun 4/1

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

2 stops16h 55m

C$ 567

New YorkIstanbul

LGA - IST

LGAIST

New York LaGuardia

Fri 31/10

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

2 stops19h 30m

C$ 655

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 28/7

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 25 July 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 90 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,003). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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 1 August 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 9% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 1 August 2025.

The most flights from NYC to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

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 60% 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$ 951.

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 1 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andAir Canada 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.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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

    United Airlines, at C$ 771, was found to be the cheapest airline from New York to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Canada and Delta. These flights start at 42% 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: Avianca (58%), Pakistan International Airlines (58%), Uzbekistan Airways (57%).

  • 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$ 2,250, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 521. When looking at the most popular route, (New York LaGuardia - Istanbul), you can expect to pay C$ 1,849 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,003). Flying from New York to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,235). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from New York to Istanbul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapestC$ 600AverageC$ 1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 663AverageC$ 1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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