IstanbulNew YorkDirect FlightsIST–JFK
Istanbul (Istanbul Airport) to New York (John F. Kennedy International Airport).
Flight time from IST to JFK is estimated at about 10h 52m, based on the 4,988-mile great-circle distance. Our current captured departure sample includes 2-3/day across 1 captured airline, with Turkish Airlines appearing most often in that sample. Captured departure times run from 07:20 to 18:40 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Captured freq. | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~10h 52m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 4,988 mi | 2-3/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Captured airlines for IST to JFK
Our current provider sample includes 2-3/day from IST to JFK across 1 captured airline.
- First departure
- 07:20
- Last departure
- 18:40
- Cadence
- 3 departures/day
- Captured departures/day
- 3
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 2-3/day | Boeing 777, Airbus A330, Boeing 787 · Seat map | 07:2014:10 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
JFK to IST flights — 3-4/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from the rolling scheduled-departures window for IST to JFK, last seen June 15, 2026. Frequency uses 16 scheduled departures across 6 observed days; flight time is estimated from great-circle distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average. Provider coverage can miss operators on some routes, so confirm live timetables before booking.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from IST to JFK?
The IST to JFK flight time is estimated at about 10h 52m from great-circle distance until enough tracked flights are available.
How far is IST from JFK?
IST to JFK is about 4,988 miles by air.
Which airlines fly from IST to JFK?
Our current provider sample for IST to JFK includes Turkish Airlines. Confirm live timetables before booking.
What aircraft fly from IST to JFK?
Aircraft captured in our current provider sample for IST to JFK include Boeing 777, Airbus A330, Boeing 787.