New YorkIstanbulNonstop Flight TimeJFK–IST
New York (John F. Kennedy International Airport) to Istanbul (Istanbul Airport).
The nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Istanbul (IST) takes 8h 54m on average, covering about 4,988 miles. Across 6 flights we tracked, the fastest was 8h 48m and the slowest 9h 2m. The current schedule below is the better source for planned airline frequency.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Avg flight time | Distance | Route type | Fastest tracked | Airlines |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8h 54m | 4,988 mi | Nonstop | 8h 48m | 1 |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from New York to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines operates 3-4/day flights from JFK to IST. Departures leave from Terminal 1 at JFK.
- First departure
- 00:25
- Last departure
- 22:14
- Cadence
- 5 departures/day
- Scheduled departure times
- 5
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 3-4/day | Boeing 777, Boeing 787 · Terminal 1 · Seat map |
Aircraft we tracked
Methodology: figures are aggregated from 6 real flights on this route, sourced from live flight data. Updated daily as new flights are observed.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from New York to Istanbul?
The nonstop flight from New York (JFK) to Istanbul (IST) takes 8h 54m on average. The fastest flight we have tracked took 8h 48m and the slowest 9h 2m.
How far is New York from Istanbul?
New York (JFK) to Istanbul (IST) is about 4,988 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from New York to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from New York (JFK) to Istanbul (IST), with 3-4/day departures.
Which airlines fly from New York to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines flies nonstop from New York (JFK) to Istanbul (IST).
What aircraft fly from New York to Istanbul?
The JFK–IST route is flown with Boeing 777, Boeing 787.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near New York
- LGA - New YorkLaguardia Airport · 11 mi from JFKFlights from LGA
- EWR - NewarkNewark Liberty International Airport · 21 mi from JFKFlights from EWR
- PHL - PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia International Airport · 94 mi from JFKFlights from PHL
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights to SAW