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$443+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:00 pmLAX - IST
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Fri 1/306:30 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9$700
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/285:30 pmLAX - IST
2 stops18h 15mLufthansa
Fri 1/306:30 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9$719
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/306:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Thu 1/294:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop24h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/9$722
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/309:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Tue 1/135:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/9$724
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/311:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Wed 1/145:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/9$726
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/303:00 pmLAX - IST
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/306:30 amIST - LAX
2 stops25h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$732
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Mon 12/296:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:55 pmIST - LAX
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$734
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Mon 12/293:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop25h 25mKLM
Mon 1/125:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/9$736
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/311:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Mon 1/125:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Deal found 12/9$738
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/297:30 pmLAX - SAW
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/78:30 amSAW - LAX
2 stops19h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$916
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:30 pmLAX - SAW
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/162:40 pmSAW - LAX
2 stops54h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$917
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Tue 12/3010:33 amLAX - SAW
2 stops23h 32mIberia
Tue 1/139:15 amSAW - LAX
2 stops26h 16mIberia
Deal found 12/10$965

Find flight deals from Riverside to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$608
(KLM)

One-way from

$443
(CrystalTravel)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,256
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Riverside

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

11:55 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/20

9:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$640

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

11:35 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 2/4

9:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$640

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

11:35 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/19

9:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops22h 40m

$640

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

3:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 3/29

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$654

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Sat 1/24

11:35 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/6

4:00 pm-11:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

$661

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 2/28

9:00 am-7:18 pm

2 stops21h 18m

$667

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

2:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/17

12:55 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$670

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

2:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/18

12:55 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$670

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

2:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 3/18

4:50 am-7:35 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$673

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 2/1

4:00 pm-11:45 am

1 stop30h 45m

$687

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside to Istanbul. 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 Riverside to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul (average of $558). Flying from Riverside to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $906). 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 R1V to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Riverside to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 18, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Riverside to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside 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 12, 2025.

The most flights from R1V to TR5 are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, LOT, and Turkish Airlines from Riverside to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,146 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,089 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Riverside to Istanbul?

    Airlines like KLM, Delta, and British Airways fly from Riverside to Istanbul in about 18h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h. There are 6868 mi between Riverside and Istanbul. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $256 on SAUDIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from $390 and British Airways from $459 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Riverside to Istanbul?

    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 Riverside to Istanbul on time: Thai Airways (79%), Pakistan International Airlines (79%), Air New Zealand (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $464. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul) can be booked for $504 on average, our data indicates $2,380 when flying from Riverside to Istanbul.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul (average of $558). Flying from Riverside to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $906). 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 Riverside to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$554Average$927FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$556Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$560Average$885FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$587Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$658Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$671Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$679Average$855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$680Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$693Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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