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Flight deals from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,418. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 5,271 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,271, select.
Istanbul.R 5,888 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,888, select.
Istanbul.R 6,155 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,155, select.
Istanbul.R 6,160 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,160, select.
Istanbul.R 6,236 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,236, select.
Istanbul.R 6,317 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,317, select.
Istanbul.R 6,500 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,500, select.
Istanbul.R 6,638 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,638, select.
Istanbul.R 6,976 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,976, select.
Istanbul.R 7,423 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 May.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 16 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,423, select.
Istanbul.R 8,431 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 17 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,431, select.
Istanbul.R 13,669 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,669, select.
Istanbul.R 19,492 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 19,492, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from R 13,669
Aug
from R 6,500
Sep
from R 6,317
Oct
from R 5,271
Nov
from R 6,155
Dec
from R 6,236
Jan
from R 5,888
Feb
from R 6,160
Mar
from R 6,638
Apr
from R 6,976
May
from R 7,423
Jun
from R 8,431

Alternative New York LaGuardia to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
ClosestCheapest
from R 5,278
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
from R 5,340
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New York to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,271
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul is R 13,129. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 13,129.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul is usually November.
If you're flying from New York LaGuardia Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from R 13,129.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 3 November 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • New York LaGuardia Airport is located in New York. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is eight hours ahead of New York.

  • For a relaxed start to your LGA to Istanbul flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from LGA to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • Travelling from central New York to LGA takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a hotel close to LGA? If you've booked an early flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • When it comes to New York LaGuardia Airport's on-time performance, 69% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

  • LGA is located at Hangar 7 Centre.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Istanbul

  • R 5,278 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 13,111. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To find cheap flights from LGA to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.

  • Scoring cheap tickets from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across every month and land an epic deal.

  • There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LGA to Istanbul.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Booking your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from LGA to Istanbul can help you get the best possible rate.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.

  • The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LGA to Istanbul flight:

  • Score the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • August is the most popular month for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Istanbul in February.

  • When booking your New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LGA to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul:

  • Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hagia Sophia History Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are among the biggest draws.

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