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434 € Cheap Flights from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.434 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Wed, 17 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 434 €, select.
Istanbul.465 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Air Canada and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 465 €, select.
Istanbul.489 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with United and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sun, 11 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 489 €, select.
Istanbul.516 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Mon, 24 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from New York LaGuardia on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 516 €, select.
Istanbul.529 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan, returning Tue, 3 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from New York LaGuardia on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 529 €, select.
Istanbul.530 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 530 €, select.
Istanbul.530 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 530 €, select.
Istanbul.530 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from New York LaGuardia on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in New York LaGuardia.Price includes taxes and charges.From 530 €, 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 December.
Oct
from 672 €
Nov
from 516 €
Dec
from 434 €
Jan
from 489 €
Feb
from 530 €
Mar
from 530 €
Apr
from 653 €
May
from 886 €
Jun
from 934 €
Jul
from 1.082 €
Aug
from 993 €
Sep
from 922 €

Alternative New York LaGuardia to Istanbul routes

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New York to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found434 €
Cheapest month to flyDecember

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 434 €. 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 434 €.
As of October 2025, there are no flights flying from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Istanbul is usually December.
If you're flying from New York LaGuardia Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 434 €.
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 Wednesday, 10 December 2025.
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 October, the average temperature is usually around 17°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, Air Canada offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Istanbul is seven hours ahead of New York, where LaGuardia Airport is located. Istanbul runs on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • To avoid rushing for your LGA to Istanbul flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book plane tickets from LGA to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Logan International Airport (BOS)

    • Pearson International Airport (YYZ)

  • The journey from central New York to LGA takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Have an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGA:

  • LaGuardia Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LGA arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.0% of the time.

  • You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.

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

  • 201 € is currently the best price for a one-way LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket starts from 434 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To find cheap flights from LGA to Istanbul, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LGA to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car to explore Istanbul and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LGA to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.

  • Following your LGA to Istanbul flight, rest your head at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and get going in the blink of an eye.

  • Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Visit Istanbul during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LGA to Istanbul around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Istanbul:

  • The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are a couple of top attractions to add to your Istanbul to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

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