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$492+ Cheap flights from Istanbul 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) 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 20, 2025.

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$492
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$538
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles
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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 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 3/33:55 pmSAW - LAX
1 stop33h 50mBritish Airways
Sat 3/2210:20 pmLAX - SAW
1 stop30h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/20$505
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.
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 Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/33:55 pmSAW - LAX
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1710:20 pmLAX - SAW
1 stop30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$581
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 Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/255:10 amIST - LAX
1 stop22h 00mDelta
Thu 3/276:10 amLAX - IST
2 stops24h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$628
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 6/255:55 pmIST - LAX
2 stops34h 11mLufthansa
Thu 10/168:15 amLAX - IST
2 stops27h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$650
This Iberia 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:20 pmIST - LAX
1 stop33h 15mIberia
Sat 5/319:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop34h 25mIberia
Deal found 2/19$655
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.
Wed 3/53:45 pmSAW - LAX
1 stop31h 00mKLM
Wed 4/21:50 pmLAX - SAW
1 stop21h 15mKLM
Deal found 2/20$697

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 20, 2025.

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Istanbul

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Los Angeles

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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

IstanbulLos Angeles

SAW - LAX

SAWLAX

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/3

3:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

10:20 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$505

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

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

IstanbulLos Angeles

SAW - LAX

SAWLAX

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/3

3:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop32h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

10:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$581

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 3/7

6:50 am-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

10:20 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$592

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 2/25

5:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

6:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$628

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 5/14

6:20 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

7:20 pm-10:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

$655

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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 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.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles is 39 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul 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 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul 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 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 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 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 20, 2025.

The most flights from TR5 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 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Emirates and Delta from Istanbul to Los Angeles to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

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
446 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

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
3,276 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

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
8,219 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

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
1,333 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

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
1,080 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very good
446 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

8.1

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?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Istanbul. On average, Los Angeles has 9 inbound flights from Istanbul per day from 9 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $492. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Air France, with the lowest prices starting at $499 and $516, respectively. You may be able to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $604 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $607 and $628, respectively.

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

    Consider RwandAir (82%), Air New Zealand (82%) or IndiGo (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

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

    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 to Los Angeles.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles is London.

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

    The majority of London visitors spend their time at Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Those on a layover in London interested in visiting Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, or Buckingham Palace can do so by traveling 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow. Travelers in need of a car in London can rent one for about $36 per day.

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

    Istanbul to Los Angeles flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main least often.

  • 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 to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$432Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$451Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$494Average$639FlexibilityNo 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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