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$460+ 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 3/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Los Angeles are usually found in February or March, booked 65 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Average price

$796
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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 December 18, 2024.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/245:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Tue 12/315:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop23h 45mKLM
Deal found 12/17$500
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/245:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops22h 34mAir France
Tue 12/315:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop23h 45mAir France
Deal found 12/17$547
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/246:30 pmIST - LAX
1 stop30h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 1/99:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$585
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:35 amIST - LAX
2 stops25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/108:55 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$620
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/278:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/102:09 pmLAX - IST
2 stops23h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/185:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops26h 00mDelta
Mon 1/205:45 amLAX - IST
2 stops24h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/17$627
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/266:50 amIST - LAX
2 stops19h 25mLufthansa
Tue 1/148:20 amLAX - IST
2 stops27h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/18$738
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/226:30 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:45 amLAX - IST
2 stops24h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$796
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/278:00 amIST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 1/131:00 pmLAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,086
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/228:40 amIST - LAX
2 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Mon 1/67:45 amLAX - IST
2 stops24h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 12/17$1,209

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 December 18, 2024.

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IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 3/20

5:10 am-4:36 pm

2 stops21h 26m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

1:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$460

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sat 3/22

5:10 am-4:36 pm

2 stops21h 26m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

1:50 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$462

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 3/20

5:10 am-4:36 pm

2 stops21h 26m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/7

3:20 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 05m

$465

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 1/23

7:35 am-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

10:36 am-5:25 pm

2 stops19h 49m

$487

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 2/6

7:35 am-3:50 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/3

9:49 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$498

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

2:00 pm-11:39 am

2 stops31h 39m

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

6:40 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$594

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

6:50 am-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$628

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 3/19

5:55 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops32h 22m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

1:50 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$637

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 2/5

8:30 am-8:33 pm

2 stops23h 03m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/18

7:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$687

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 12/24

6:30 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops36h 42m

$593

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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 December.
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*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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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 December 13, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 65 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 18, 2024.

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 December 18, 2024.

The most flights from IST to LAX 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 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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Air France and United 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
497 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

LOT
7.6
Good
1,133 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 12 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 $462, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and British Airways. KLM is priced at 33% 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 $593 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Lufthansa from $605 and LOT from $607 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: Thai Airways (72%), Turkish Airlines (72%), Pakistan International Airlines (72%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,869 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 $438.

  • 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 Trafalgar Square. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 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 $35.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$426Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$453Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$484Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$567Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$615Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$623Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$685Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$760Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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