Travelling from Istanbul to New York: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Istanbul to New York. Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
New York has a number of airports you can fly into. Disembark at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK), New York Newark Airport (EWR) or New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Around 10 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Istanbul to New York flight.
New York's timezone is UTC-5, which makes New York eight hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 23 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Istanbul to New York is with Turkish Airlines at 19:05. Go for the first IST to JFK departure with Turkish Airlines at 00:50 to make the most of your arrival in New York.
Give yourself enough time to make your Istanbul to New York flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to New York
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Istanbul to New York flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to New York is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and score a sweet deal.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Begin your travels at Istanbul Airport (IST), which has a range of direct flights from Istanbul to New York. From IST, you can fly nonstop to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) or New York Newark Airport (EWR).
Be on the lookout for deals with Turkish Airlines. This carrier offers direct Istanbul to New York plane tickets out of IST.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Istanbul to New York flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Istanbul Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul to New York or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
Split up your Istanbul to New York flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Airport and New York include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Athens International Airport (ATH)
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Istanbul to New York? Kick back in a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
Arriving in New York
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to New York, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
Grab a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from New York John F. Kennedy Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
JFK is situated at JFK Airport.
New York Newark Airport (EWR)
Central New York is located around 14 kilometres from New York Newark Airport (EWR). After your flight from Istanbul to New York has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour on public transport.
After your flight from Istanbul to New York, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to EWR. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Dollar, Budget and Thrifty make collecting a New York Newark Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Score the best price by reserving your ride from EWR three weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for New York Newark Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Step off your flight from Istanbul to New York and go directly to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 30 minutes to reach driving.
Public transport will take you there in roughly 55 minutes.
If you don't want to travel to the centre, find a hotel close to LGA. Check in to one of these options after your Istanbul to New York flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your journey with a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car. Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty are reliable home providers.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from LGA about two weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul to New York. This gives you a better shot at getting your preferred car, along with a better deal.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
March is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to New York, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to New York based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Istanbul to New York ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to New York in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to New York, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art are popular attractions which should feature on every New York itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen New York, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 129 kilometres southwest to Philadelphia to tick off its leading sights. From Independence Hall to Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres northeast of New York. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are highlights.