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$402+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to California

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IST — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Istanbul to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$492
(Netflights)

One-way from

$402
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$538

Good round-trip deal

$663 or less

Good one-way deal

$712 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/127:35 amIST - LAX
1 stop23h 50mBritish Airways
Thu 3/206:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop20h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$492
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/38:15 amIST - LAX
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/179:55 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$498
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/45:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Tue 3/186:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop23h 45mKLM
Deal found 2/19$499
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/15:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Mon 4/73:05 pmSFO - IST
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 2/20$506
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/258:20 amIST - SFO
1 stop18h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 5/107:20 pmSFO - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$511
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/135:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops21h 41mAir France
Tue 4/153:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop26h 00mAir France
Deal found 2/19$516
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/77:20 pmSFO - IST
1 stop19h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$520
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/137:35 amIST - SNA
2 stops22h 31mBritish Airways
Mon 4/141:10 pmSNA - IST
2 stops19h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/128:25 amIST - LAX
1 stop21h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/37:55 amLAX - IST
2 stops22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$556
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/22:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Tue 6/31:20 pmSFO - IST
1 stop22h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$592
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/76:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/2010:20 amLAX - IST
2 stops26h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$592
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/145:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops29h 05mAir France
Sat 11/2911:05 amSFO - IST
2 stops30h 05mAir France
Deal found 2/20$593

Find flights from Istanbul to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to California 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

7:35 am-9:25 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

6:20 pm-1:10 am

1 stop20h 50m

$492

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

8:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

9:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop16h 10m

$498

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 3/4

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

6:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop23h 45m

$499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 4/1

5:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

3:05 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

$506

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Fri 4/25

8:20 am-5:15 pm

1 stop18h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

4:20 pm-12:40 am

1 stop22h 20m

$511

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 3/13

5:10 am-4:51 pm

2 stops21h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/14

6:30 pm-3:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

$516

IstanbulSanta Ana

IST - SNA

ISTSNA

Istanbul

Thu 3/13

7:35 am-8:06 pm

2 stops22h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/14

1:10 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops19h 40m

$547

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 5/12

8:25 am-8:15 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

7:55 am-4:30 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$556

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 5/12

8:25 am-12:06 am

2 stops25h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

7:21 am-12:25 am

2 stops31h 04m

$582

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

1:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$592

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 IST to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to California. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from IST to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to California, see what other customers have to say about Asiana Airlines, Emirates and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,276 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,080 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Sofia,Feb 2025

MNL - ICN

I paid for seat selections but was not able to select my seats by going on the Asiana website. The whole process was cumbersome and gave up on it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to California are British Airways ($604), KLM ($607), and Qatar Airways ($634).

  • What are the most popular routes from Istanbul Airport to California?

    The most popular route from Istanbul Airport to California is Istanbul - Los Angeles. You may also consider Istanbul - San Francisco or Istanbul - Ontario.

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

    Before booking your flight to California from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: RwandAir (82%), Air New Zealand (82%), IndiGo( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $691. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Los Angeles) can be booked for $496 on average our data indicates $1,557 when flying from Istanbul Airport to California.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to California 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 Istanbul Airport to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 9 airlines flying from Istanbul to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to California. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$434Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$451Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$592Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$631Average$914FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$692Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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