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Flight deals from New York Newark to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,123. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM1,306 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,306, select.
Istanbul.RM1,359 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,359, select.
Istanbul.RM1,418 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,418, select.
Istanbul.RM1,418 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,418, select.
Istanbul.RM1,426 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,426, select.
Istanbul.RM1,432 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,432, select.
Istanbul.RM1,561 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,561, select.
Istanbul.RM1,578 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Jul.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,578, select.
Istanbul.RM1,624 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Mar.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,624, select.
Istanbul.RM1,637 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Porter Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Porter Airlines, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 3 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,637, select.
Istanbul.RM1,893 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from New York Newark on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,893, select.
Istanbul.RM1,912 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with French Bee.Outbound indirect flight with French Bee, departs from New York Newark on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,912, select.
Istanbul.RM2,123 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from New York Newark on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,123, select.
Istanbul.RM2,138 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from New York Newark on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,138, select.
Istanbul.RM2,139 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from New York Newark on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,139, select.
Istanbul.RM2,169 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from New York Newark on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,169, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York Newark to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from RM1,893
May
from RM1,561
Jun
from RM1,637
Jul
from RM1,578
Aug
from RM1,432
Sep
from RM1,359
Oct
from RM1,306
Nov
from RM1,418
Dec
from RM1,912
Jan
from RM1,426
Feb
from RM1,418
Mar
from RM1,624

Direct flights from New York Newark to Istanbul

New York Newark to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York Newark to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
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from RM1,306
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New York to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,306
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time9 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineThai Airways
Average flights per week15

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

The best price we found for a return flight from New York Newark to Istanbul is RM2,689. 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 30 minutes is the average flight time from New York Newark to Istanbul.
Thai Airways and Turkish Airlines fly direct from New York Newark to Istanbul.
As of April 2026, there are 15 flights per week flying from New York Newark to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from New York Newark to Istanbul is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 30 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.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 9 hours 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of New York.

  • Every week, there are ten Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, select the 00:05 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 01:35 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to make your EWR to IST flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between EWR and IST:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • At the moment, RM1,306 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM2,689. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from EWR to IST by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from EWR to IST is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.

  • Of all flights leaving Newark Liberty International Airport, 73.3% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central New York to Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to EWR? If you've booked an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're coming in on a late Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:

  • Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from EWR to IST around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its top attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

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

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