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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport from £402

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
26 2월 — 5 3월1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul (IST). 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 21 2월 2025.

Round-trip from

£574

One-way from

£402

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£714

Good round-trip deal

£586 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 23/3-3/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 48h 14m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
10/7
  • 10/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£163 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 2월 2025.

일 23/308:30LAX - IST
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
목 3/414:00IST - LAX
2 stops19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2£574
일 30/318:30LAX - IST
1 stop22h 55mKLM
수 9/404:20IST - LAX
1 stop21h 45mKLM
Deal found 21/2£580
목 27/319:30LAX - IST
1 stop22h 40mDelta
목 3/404:20IST - LAX
2 stops28h 35mDelta
Deal found 21/2£581
화 1/411:35LAX - IST
2 stops18h 55mBritish Airways
수 9/408:25IST - LAX
2 stops22h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 20/2£612
화 18/1111:22LAX - IST
2 stops24h 23mMultiple Airlines
토 29/1107:55IST - LAX
2 stops24h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£616
토 8/320:00LAX - IST
1 stop30h 45mSAUDIA
금 14/322:25IST - LAX
1 stop28h 20mSAUDIA
Deal found 21/2£663
화 4/315:10LAX - IST
1 stop40h 30mQatar Airways
목 13/320:10IST - LAX
1 stop27h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2£757
월 3/1119:00LAX - IST
2 stops40h 45mLufthansa
월 10/1119:00IST - LAX
2 stops34h 09mLufthansa
Deal found 20/2£775
화 4/313:00LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
목 13/313:50IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/2£841

Find flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 2월 2025.

Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

일 23/3

08:30-22:45

2 stops28h 15m

Istanbul

목 3/4

14:00-23:59

2 stops19h 59m

£574

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

일 30/3

18:30-03:25

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

수 9/4

04:20-16:05

1 stop21h 45m

£580

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

목 27/3

19:30-04:10

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

목 3/4

04:20-22:55

2 stops28h 35m

£581

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

화 1/4

11:35-16:30

2 stops18h 55m

Istanbul

수 9/4

08:25-20:50

2 stops22h 25m

£612

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

토 8/3

20:00-13:45

1 stop30h 45m

Istanbul

금 14/3

22:25-16:45

1 stop28h 20m

£663

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

화 4/3

16:15-13:55

1 stop34h 40m

Istanbul

목 13/3

22:35-21:30

2 stops56h 55m

£698

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

화 4/3

15:05-09:30

3 stops31h 25m

Istanbul

목 13/3

19:30-20:20

3 stops34h 50m

£706

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

화 4/3

15:10-18:40

1 stop40h 30m

Istanbul

목 13/3

20:10-13:50

1 stop27h 40m

£757

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

화 4/3

13:00-13:15

Nonstop13h 15m

Istanbul

목 13/3

13:50-18:00

Nonstop14h 10m

£841

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

월 31/3

13:15-21:20

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

월 7/4

14:00-15:15

2 stops35h 15m

£860

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is 59 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 Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 LAX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 21 2월 2025.

When flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 9% versus a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 21 2월 2025.

The most flights from LAX to IST 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 (5 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 21 2월 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and LOT. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Los Angeles to Istanbul. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 9 flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul per day from 1 airline.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £574. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at £580 and £581, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £463 on SAUDIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from £471 and Qatar Airways from £478 one-way.

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

    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 Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport on time: Air New Zealand (80%), IndiGo (75%), Uzbekistan Airways (74%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £588 for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £527 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul) is currently priced at £706.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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