New York to Istanbul flights – the most comfortable way to fly
2 airlines fly nonstop between New York and Istanbul, about 19 flights a week. The flight takes 10h 25m and covers 8,027 km. The most comfortable economy seat is on Turkish Airlines's Airbus A350-900. Lie-flat business class is available.
Most comfortable economy
- 32″ legroom
- 18.0″ wide seat
- Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
- Seat-back screen
Most comfortable business
- Lie-flat bed (78″)
- 21.0″ wide seat
- Direct aisle access
- Cabin altitude 6,000 ft
- Wi-Fi
- Power
- Seat-back screen
Nonstop flights from New York to Istanbul
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Aircraft | Economy | Business | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United UA79 EWR → IST |
10:10 | 10h 30m | 787-10 Dreamliner Wide-body |
6.5Comfortable | 8.8Superb | MTWTFSS |
| Turkish Airlines TK22 EWR → IST |
10:35 | 10h 30m | A350-900 Wide-body |
7.3Very comfortable | 8.9Superb | MTWTFSS |
| Turkish Airlines TK101 JFK → IST |
19:25 | 10h 25m | A330-300 Wide-body |
6.6Comfortable | 8.0Very comfortable | MTWTFSS |
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from New York to Istanbul?
A nonstop flight from New York to Istanbul takes about 10 h 25 min and covers 8,027 km.
Which airlines fly nonstop from New York to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines and United fly nonstop, with about 19 flights a week.
What is the most comfortable economy seat from New York to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines on the Airbus A350-900: 3-3-3 layout, 32″ legroom and 18.0″ wide seats – comfort score 7.3/10 (very comfortable).
Is there lie-flat business class from New York to Istanbul?
Yes. The most comfortable is Turkish Airlines's lie-flat, direct aisle access on the Airbus A350-900 (1-2-1), comfort score 8.9/10.
Can I fly with my dog from New York to Istanbul?
Yes – Turkish Airlines and United take small dogs in the cabin (usually up to 8 kg including the bag).
Is business class worth it from New York to Istanbul?
Business is a lie-flat bed with aisle access for about 476% more than economy on Turkish Airlines – SkyBuddy's upgrade score: 4.3/10 (not worth it).
Which aircraft fly from New York to Istanbul?
Airbus A350-900, Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, and Airbus A330-300. Choose a wide-body for a quieter, roomier cabin.
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