Flying from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): What you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 55 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight.
New York is seven hours behind Istanbul. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the most popular route. There are 23 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Turkish Airlines at 7:05pm. Opt for the first IST to JFK departure with Turkish Airlines at 12:50am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
To ensure you get on your flight from Istanbul to JFK, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Reach your destination without the detour from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Direct flights from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) can be booked from here.
You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers services from IST.
The most frequently booked airline between IST and JFK is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Istanbul to JFK with a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between IST and JFK include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
IST is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and JFK include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to JFK flight:
76.93% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Check in to one of these hotels near JFK and turn in quicker:
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JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
Central New York is around 19 kilometres from John F. Kennedy International Airport. Journey times by car rental or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
C$293 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start from C$592. These prices may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to JFK. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Visit New York in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Istanbul to JFK flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to John F. Kennedy International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
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