Departure
Scheduled departure: 2026-10-29 14:45 (UTC+03:00). Confirm airport transport and terminal opening hours in advance.
TK1 İstanbul Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport nonstop flight: schedule, airports, aircraft and travel guide.
TK1 Flight Overview
TK1 is operated by Turkish Airlines and connects İstanbul Airport (IST) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Scheduled departure: 2026-10-29 14:45 (UTC+03:00); scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 18:45 (UTC-04:00).
AirlineTurkish Airlines
Flight numberTK1
RouteIST to JFK
Scheduled duration11 hr
Istanbul to New York Route Information
TK1 is a nonstop international flight from İstanbul Airport (IST) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Use the information below to plan your journey.
Route distanceApprox. 8,047 km
Scheduled flight time11 hr
Time difference-420 min
Flight typeInternational
Arrival
Scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 18:45 (UTC-04:00). Arrange pickup, hotel and onward transport for the arrival date.
Time zones
Departure: Istanbul (UTC+03:00); arrival: New York (UTC-04:00).
TK1 On-time Performance & History
Methodology
Arrival on-time rate
Sample flights-
Average departure delay-
Average arrival early-
Cancllation rate-
Longest delay-
Early arrivals-
Historical statistics are for reference only and do not predict future flight performance.
Aircraft, Cabin & Services
Based on currently published aircraft and cabin information; the operating aircraft may change.
Published aircraft type
Airbus A350
Economy 31 in
Business 32 · Economy 292
Seat configuration depends on the operating aircraft
31 in
Availability and fees depend on the flight
TK1 Airports
Terminals follow the published schedule; check official airline channels for same-day gates and operations.
ISTİstanbul Airport
Istanbul, Turkey · UTC+03:00
- Departure terminal
- Check-in counter
- Announced on the day
JFKJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
New York · UTC-04:00
- Arrival terminal
- T1
- Baggage belt
- Announced on the day
İstanbul Airport Departure & John F. Kennedy International Airport Arrival Guide
Departure date: 2026-10-29. Terminal and arrival information helps plan your journey.
Departing from İstanbul Airport
TK1 is scheduled to depart from . Allow time for international check-in, baggage drop, security and immigration.
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport
Scheduled arrival is at T1. After immigration, take the MRT, taxi, ride-hailing service or airport bus to the city.
Planning your arrival
Scheduled arrival: 2026-10-29 18:45. Use the arrival date when booking hotels and pickup services.
Flight Changes, Cancellations & Missed Flights
If the schedule or aircraft changes, follow the booking channel and operating carrier rules.
Schedule changes
After an airline or booking-platform notice, confirm the new date, terminal and connecting transport.
Cancellation and changes
Refund, rebooking and involuntary-change rules depend on the booking channel, fare conditions and airline notice.
Missed flight
If you may not reach the airport on time, contact the booking channel or airline quickly to protect later sectors.
Check-in, Baggage & Entry Tips
International check-in deadlines, baggage allowance and entry requirements may vary by fare and traveller.
Arrive early for check-in
Arrive at least 3 hours before departure. Counter opening times and online check-in rules follow İstanbul Airport guidance.
Check baggage allowance
Checked and carry-on baggage allowances depend on cabin, fare rules and membership tier. See the baggage terms in your booking.
Prepare entry documents
Before departure, check passport validity, visa or visa-free eligibility, andJohn F. Kennedy International Airport’ latest arrival declaration requirements.
What should I check before flying TK1?
Check the departure date
For an overnight flight, check the departure date on your ticket and plan airport transport in advance.
Confirm the operating carrier
Follow the airline rules shown in your booking for check-in and checked baggage.
Check boarding information
Gates and operating times may change; follow airline notices and airport displays.
Popular route recommendations
TK1 Frequently Asked Questions
Which airline operates this flight?
TK1 is operated by Turkish Airlines.
Where does it depart and arrive?
İstanbul Airport (IST) → John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
What are the departure and arrival times?
Scheduled departure 14:45, arrival 18:45 · 11 hours.
Which terminal is used for check-in?
Departure terminal No data, arrival terminal T1. Check-in, gate and baggage belt are announced on the day.
Are meals and inflight entertainment available?
Meals: Complimentary meals in all classes; varies by flight duration. Inflight entertainment: Seatback entertainment on most aircraft.
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