Ankara to New York (ESB–JFK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
WAW Warsaw 13h 2m PC → B6LO Warsaw (WAW) to New York flights
IST Istanbul 13h 5m ATB6JU → 6EAVB6 Istanbul (IST) to New York flights
MAD Madrid 13h 22m VF → AAAFAY Madrid (MAD) to New York flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 13h 38m LHPCVF → AFDEDL Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to New York flights
AMS Amsterdam 13h 59m VFXQ → AFDLKL Amsterdam (AMS) to New York flights
MUC Munich 14h VFXQ → LHSN Munich (MUC) to New York flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 14h 15m VF → AAAFAY Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to New York flights
BER Berlin 15h 16m PCVFXQ → DLVS Berlin (BER) to New York flights
BCN Barcelona 15h 22m VF → AAAMAY Barcelona (BCN) to New York flights
ZRH Zurich 16h 11m LXXQ → DLLX Zurich (ZRH) to New York flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Ankara to New York
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-7h behind

While no nonstop service exists between ESB and JFK, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ESB to JFK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
WAW ~13h 2m IST ~13h 5m BUD ~13h 12m CGN ~13h 20m MAD ~13h 22m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,762
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ESB → JFK
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
JFK → ESB
4%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
4%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-7h
New York is 7 hours behind Ankara.
ESB: +03 · JFK: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Ankara, it's 11:00 AM in New York.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. Turkey is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so ESTA is not an option. Apply through the US embassy or consulate in Turkey. The process includes an online DS-160 form, a USD 185 application fee, and an in-person interview. Wait times for interview appointments vary by location and season. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay.

Bring proof of ties to Turkey (employment, property, family), a travel itinerary, and evidence of funds. Approval grants a visa valid for up to 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from JFK

AirTrain to Jamaica Station (8–10 min, $8.50) connects to the NYC subway A/E trains and LIRR. Total fare to midtown Manhattan is $9.25 via subway or $10–15 via LIRR; both take 50–70 minutes total. NYC taxis from JFK to Manhattan are metered (flat rate only applies to the Manhattan-to-JFK direction); expect $50–70 plus tolls.Ride-shares from JFK pick up at the designated lot; follow signs rather than waiting at terminal curbs. Car services and shared vans to Manhattan are available from the Ground Transportation desks.

New York Climate

Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. July–August averages 25–32°C with high humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause ground delays. Nor'easters hit December through March, occasionally dumping 30–60 cm of snow and causing widespread cancellations. JFK is slower to recover than inland airports due to wind exposure.

Fog is a disruption risk in spring. Fall (September–October) offers the most stable flying weather. Hurricane remnants reach New York in September–October. Sandy-level events are rare but possible.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

ESB–JFK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Ankara to New York route.
Route details
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: ESB
Full nameEsenboğa International Airport
IATA / ICAOESB / LTAC
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr13.0M
Elevation3,125 ft / 953 m
Destination: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr62.9M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ESB to JFK flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Warsaw Chopin, İstanbul and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas.
New York is 7 hours behind Ankara.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Warsaw Chopin, İstanbul and Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.