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$416+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul (IST)

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LAX — IST
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$676
(Delta)

One-way from

$416
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,280
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/314:15 pmLAX - IST
1 stop34h 40mLOT
Tue 2/257:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 30mLOT
Deal found 12/22$850
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/295:30 pmLAX - IST
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/148:55 pmIST - LAX
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$891
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/299:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop20h 05mDelta
Tue 2/255:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop27h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/21$1,104
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:00 pmLAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/228:00 amIST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/22$1,129
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/263:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Sun 1/197:00 pmIST - LAX
2 stops31h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/23$1,166
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:55 pmLAX - IST
1 stop17h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 1/227:35 amIST - LAX
1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/23$1,170
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:30 amLAX - IST
2 stops22h 35mAir Canada
Tue 1/148:00 amIST - LAX
2 stops24h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,180
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:20 amLAX - IST
2 stops30h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/99:05 pmIST - LAX
1 stop32h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,593
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/303:35 pmLAX - IST
1 stop35h 50mEmirates
Mon 1/1311:40 pmIST - LAX
1 stop24h 05mEmirates
Deal found 12/21$1,683

Find flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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Wed 1/29

12:25 pm-4:10 am

2 stops28h 45m

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Tue 2/11

5:10 am-1:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$676

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LAX - IST

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Tue 3/11

4:15 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 3/20

5:10 am-2:05 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$709

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 2/23

7:30 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop35h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

11:55 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops30h 10m

$710

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 3/11

4:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 4/8

2:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop33h 00m

$711

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

3:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$712

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 2/25

7:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 3/7

6:50 am-11:55 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$717

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

11:20 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops31h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 2/25

6:50 am-3:46 pm

2 stops43h 56m

$722

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

6:55 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 4/3

8:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$753

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 3/23

7:00 pm-12:55 am

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 4/3

8:15 am-5:35 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$759

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:25 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 2/5

7:50 am-8:30 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$852

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Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from LAX to IST are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul, such as Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
841 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.4
Very good
841 reviews
8.4
Very good
841 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.4
Very good
841 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

8.0
Very good
491 reviews
8.4
Very good
841 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

7.8
Good
1,345 reviews
8.4
Very good
841 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

7.6
Good
1,125 reviews
8.4
Very good
841 reviews

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 12 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 13 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $676, Delta will fly you from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air France and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $709 and $711, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with SAUDIA, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $428. Lufthansa flights start at $448 while deals on LOT start at $464 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport on time: Air New Zealand (83%), Uzbekistan Airways (83%), Thai Airways (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $492. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul) can be booked for $668 on average our data indicates $1,798 when flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square more than anywhere else. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Trafalgar Square can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Those landing in London looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $35 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Römer are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $42 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Amsterdam?

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time at De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, and Van Gogh Museum. Those on a layover in Amsterdam interested in visiting De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, or Van Gogh Museum can do so by traveling 7.0 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those landing in Amsterdam looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $36 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$636Average$778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$677Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$691Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$696Average$1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
American AirlinesCheapest$734Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SAUDIACheapest$769Average$1,041FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
British AirwaysCheapest$782Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$846Average$1,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$868Average$1,320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$893Average$1,022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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