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Cheapest round-trip
$710
Typical prices: $772-$1,231
British Airways
Thu 2/15Mon 2/19
EWR - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$723
Typical prices: $791-$1,237
Turkish Airlines
Fri 1/12Mon 1/29
EWR - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 9h 35m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 79% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $435 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Istanbul (EWR-IST)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Newark to Istanbul

Mon, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 19
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6:30 pm - 12:05 amEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
21h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:25 am - 7:35 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
19h 10m1 stop London Heathrow
$710British Airways
Mon, Feb 22 - Mon, Mar 1
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6:30 pm - 12:05 amEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
21h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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6:30 pm - 1:50 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
27h 20m1 stop London Heathrow
$710British Airways
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 20
Iberia Logo
11:55 pm - 10:20 amEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
27h 25m2 stops Madrid Barajas Barcelona-El Prat
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10:40 pm - 10:25 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
30h 45m2 stops Barcelona-El Prat Madrid Barajas
$711Iberia
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 2:00 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
34h 25m3 stops Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Stockholm Arlanda Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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5:25 am - 6:25 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
21h 00m3 stops Belgrade Nikola Tesla Stockholm Arlanda Reykjavik Keflavik Intl
$713Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 30
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7:00 pm - 10:45 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
20h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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3:45 am - 6:45 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
22h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$716Lufthansa
Wed, Jan 13 - Mon, Jan 18
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11:10 pm - 2:00 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
30h 50m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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6:30 pm - 8:25 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
33h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$721LOT
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 3
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11:10 pm - 2:00 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
30h 50m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
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6:30 pm - 8:25 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
33h 55m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin
$721LOT
Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 6:00 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
9h 35mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 10:30 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
11h 00mnonstop
$723Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 30
Lufthansa Logo
7:00 pm - 10:45 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
20h 45m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 6:45 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
22h 00m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$738Lufthansa
Tue, Mar 23 - Wed, Apr 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:25 am - 6:00 pmEWR  Newark-IST Istanbul
9h 35mnonstop
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6:50 pm - 10:30 pmIST  Istanbul-EWR Newark
10h 40mnonstop
$802Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport typically range from $772 to $1,231. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $710, on British Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport at $699 round-trip.
•June ($1,359) and July ($1,227) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$321
Beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Newark to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Newark to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:25 am and lands at 10:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:25 am and lands at 10:00 am.

    The flight takes about 9h 35m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 35m, covering 4,997 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport range from $772 to $1,231, with an average of $927 over the past 12 months. Anything below $772 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the $927 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $435 round-trip via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF), compared to $928 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. 79% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $379, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • OK Mobility

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Newark (EWR) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 22m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $870 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $992, a difference of $122.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Newark Airport and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 02m, compared with 15h 22m via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and 16h 15m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Newark Airport and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 8 hours ahead of Newark Airport (Turkey Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Thai Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
    • RwandAir: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cities near Istanbul Airport (IST) can I visit?

    IST serves as a main gateway and arrival point for travelers continuing to nearby cities. Taxis and rental cars are common options for onward travel.

  • Which airline offers amenities for children on flights from EWR to IST?

    Delta offers amenities for children on flights from EWR to IST. These include unaccompanied minor services for children traveling on their own. Delta advises families to bring snacks, games, books or other entertainment.

  • What are the pet travel options on flights from EWR to IST?

    On Scandinavian Airlines, small cats and dogs that meet carrier and weight requirements can travel in the cabin. Dogs and cats that do not qualify for cabin travel can be transported in the cargo hold and must be booked through a freight forwarder. Scandinavian Airlines may also require an advance reservation for pet travel on this route.

Your guide to booking Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $870, about $122 less than Monday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $699 round-trip in that month - typically $660 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Reykjavik Keflavik Intl Airport (KEF) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $435 round-trip on this route - about $492 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • To get from the city center to Newark Liberty (EWR) for your flight to Istanbul (IST), you may need to use NJ Transit and AirTrain Newark. AirTrain Newark connects the airport terminals with Newark Liberty International Airport Station. For Terminal A, use the covered pathway for a 15-minute walk or take the 5-minute shuttle ride. NJ Transit Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast Line trains serve Newark Airport Railroad Station and frequent departures make this a reliable option.
  • After your Newark Liberty (EWR) to Istanbul Airport (IST) flight, consider renting a car if you want more flexibility getting around Istanbul during your stay.
  • After booking a Delta flight from Newark Liberty (EWR) to Istanbul Airport (IST), submit an Upgrade Certificate request if you'd like to move from economy to first class. Delta will send an email and a push notification in the Delta app confirming whether a seat has been assigned or the request has been added to the waitlist.

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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