transatlantic · 10h 15m · 8,100 km
New York (JFK) to Istanbul
Turkish is your only nonstop · 2 cabins reviewed
Turkish is the only carrier offering business class on this route, scoring 6.2/10.Turkish is the only carrier offering economy on this route, scoring 4.2/10.
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Data verified June 2026
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Route insights
- Turkish is the only carrier offering business class on this route, scoring 6.2/10.
- Turkish is the only carrier offering economy on this route, scoring 4.2/10.
Frequently asked
What are the best seats in Turkish Business Class on JFK-IST?
Best: Aisle seats in the 2-seat sections for direct access. Avoid: Center section middle seat (E) has no direct aisle access and neighbors on both sides. Older 2-3-2 layout without direct aisle access from every seat. Lie-flat beds. 15.4-inch IFE. Free wifi for business class (1GB). DO&CO inflight chef service. Denon noise-cancelling headphones. Ferragamo amenity kit. Mattress topper and duvet with bed-making service.