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

• Earliest: departs at 12:25 am and lands at 9:57 am
• Latest: departs at 1:25 am and lands at 10:57 am.

The flight takes about 9h 32m.

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

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 9h 32m, covering 4,997 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport range from $733 to $1,145, with an average of $871 over the past 12 months. Anything below $733 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $871 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $455 round-trip via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF), compared to $876 for nonstop.

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

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $64–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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%.

One-way fares from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $428, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

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 19m.

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

• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 47% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Newark Airport to Istanbul Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $840 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $904, a difference of $64.

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

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

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 52m, compared with 15h 19m via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and 16h 16m via London Heathrow (LHR).

Istanbul Airport is 7 hours ahead of Newark Airport (Turkey Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

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
• RwandAir: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Thai Airways: 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.

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.

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.

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.