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$492+ 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
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 Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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 February 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$492
(Netflights)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$538

Good round-trip deal

$823 or less

Good one-way deal

$718 or less
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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 February 22, 2025.

This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop21h 15mBritish Airways
Fri 3/79:35 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/21$492
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/35:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Mon 3/177:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 40mKLM
Deal found 2/21$498
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/79:35 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops23h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/79:35 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$520
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/85:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops22h 36mAir France
Wed 7/166:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 55mAir France
Deal found 2/21$540
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/222:00 pmIST - LAX
2 stops20h 13mLufthansa
Thu 11/138:40 amLAX - IST
2 stops27h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 2/21$597
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/92:00 pmIST - LAX
2 stops29h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/27:30 amLAX - IST
2 stops27h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$603
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/35:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Mon 3/177:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/21$629
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/38:00 amIST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/317:55 pmLAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/21$735
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:30 pmIST - LAX
2 stops62h 56mLOT
Sat 11/1510:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop32h 10mLOT
Deal found 2/21$779

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 February 22, 2025.

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Price

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

7:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

$498

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 3/27

7:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/3

5:05 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop16h 20m

$509

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sat 3/8

7:35 am-6:25 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/6

1:25 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$513

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 5/2

8:25 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop28h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/18

5:03 pm-12:25 am

2 stops21h 22m

$515

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sat 3/8

5:10 am-4:46 pm

2 stops22h 36m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/16

6:30 pm-3:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

$540

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 5/22

2:00 pm-12:13 am

2 stops20h 13m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/13

8:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$597

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 5/9

2:00 pm-9:33 am

2 stops29h 33m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/2

7:30 am-9:20 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$603

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

7:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

$629

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

8:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop14h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

7:55 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop13h 15m

$735

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 5/22

5:30 pm-10:26 pm

2 stops62h 56m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/15

10:25 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop32h 10m

$779

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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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 February 14, 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 February 22, 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 in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 35% 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 February 16, 2025.

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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from IST to LAX 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 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 February 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Asiana Airlines, Emirates and Delta 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
445 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

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
445 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

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
3,278 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

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
8,212 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

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
1,330 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

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
1,079 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
445 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.3

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 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 9 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?

    British Airways, at $492, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include KLM and American Airlines. British Airways 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 $604 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $606 and Qatar Airways from $623 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: RwandAir (82%), Air New Zealand (82%), IndiGo (78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,557 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 $498.

  • 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 $36.

  • 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$434Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$451Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$635Average$783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LOTCheapest$692Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$778Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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