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$488+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles (LAX)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Los Angeles are usually found in February or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
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$488
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$584
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sat 3/15:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop27h 25mKLM
Sat 3/85:23 pmLAX - IST
1 stop23h 47mKLM
Deal found 1/15$488
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/218:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop21h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 3/58:55 pmLAX - IST
1 stop30h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/15$489
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 2/45:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/2012:15 pmLAX - IST
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/178:15 amIST - LAX
2 stops23h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/274:30 pmLAX - IST
2 stops21h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$503
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/35:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops22h 23mAir France
Wed 3/56:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 40mAir France
Deal found 1/15$558
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 1/276:50 amIST - LAX
2 stops22h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/128:40 amLAX - IST
2 stops22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$569
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sun 1/267:00 pmIST - LAX
1 stop29h 05mLufthansa
Mon 2/103:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 1/15$570
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/55:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Wed 2/1212:15 pmLAX - IST
2 stops17h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/16$620
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Wed 3/198:30 amIST - LAX
2 stops21h 50mAir Canada
Tue 4/158:30 amLAX - IST
2 stops21h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$643

Find flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles 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 January 16, 2025.

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IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sat 3/1

5:10 am-9:35 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/8

5:23 pm-4:10 am

1 stop23h 47m

$488

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 2/21

8:10 am-6:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/5

8:55 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop30h 05m

$489

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 2/4

5:10 am-4:12 pm

2 stops22h 02m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

12:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$492

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 2/17

8:15 am-8:18 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/27

4:30 pm-1:10 am

2 stops21h 40m

$503

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

5:10 am-4:33 pm

2 stops22h 23m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/5

6:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

$558

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 1/27

6:50 am-6:14 pm

2 stops22h 24m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

8:05 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$569

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sun 1/26

7:00 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop29h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/10

3:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$570

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 2/5

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

12:15 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 40m

$620

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 3/19

8:30 am-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/15

8:30 am-4:20 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$643

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sun 3/23

10:35 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops50h 45m

$608

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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 Istanbul to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice 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 Istanbul Airport-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Istanbul Airport-Los Angeles 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 Istanbul to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Los Angeles. 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from IST to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, British Airways and American Airlines from Istanbul to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

LOT
7.6
Good
1,112 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
466 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Istanbul?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Istanbul. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    KLM, at $488, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and American Airlines. KLM is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $608 on LOT. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $612 and Lufthansa from $632 one-way.

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

    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 Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles on time: IndiGo (74%), RwandAir (71%), Air New Zealand (70%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,925 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $691 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $418.

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

    Most of the time, Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights that have layovers will stop in London.

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

    If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $38.

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

    Flights departing from Istanbul Airport and landing in Los Angeles layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$427Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$453Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$484Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$621Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$685Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$763Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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