Istanbul (IST) to New York (JFK)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 4,988 | 7,981 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 4,988 | 7,981 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 4,988 | 7,482 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 4,988 | 7,482 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 4,988 | 9,976 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 4,988 | 7,482 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
A round trip between Istanbul and New York earns you 9,976 base miles - that's 40% of the way to a typical domestic award ticket!
✈️ Flight Details
The IST to JFK route connects Istanbul, Turkey with New York, United States. This long-haul flight covers 4,988 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Turkey to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 309° from Istanbul. There is a 8 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST) serves Istanbul, Turkey.
🛬 About JFK
John F Kennedy International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is New York City's main international airport and one of the busiest in the United States.