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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport from £353

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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£567

One-way from

£353

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£864
Delta
  • Delta
  • 15/2-7/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 25m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 3/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 17 January 2025.

Sat 15/222:30LAX - IST
2 stops42h 40mDelta
Fri 7/305:10IST - LAX
2 stops29h 45mDelta
Deal found 16/1£567
Sun 16/215:05LAX - IST
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Fri 7/306:50IST - LAX
1 stop17h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1£583
Sat 15/223:43LAX - IST
2 stops31h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 25/206:50IST - LAX
1 stop17h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1£586
Tue 4/312:00LAX - IST
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/305:10IST - LAX
2 stops21h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£605
Sat 15/217:26LAX - IST
1 stop23h 44mKLM
Thu 6/305:10IST - LAX
1 stop18h 55mKLM
Deal found 16/1£638
Wed 12/220:55LAX - IST
1 stop16h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 20/207:35IST - LAX
1 stop19h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/1£641
Fri 14/222:20LAX - IST
2 stops18h 50mAir France
Thu 20/205:10IST - LAX
2 stops41h 35mAir France
Deal found 15/1£710
Sun 2/215:10LAX - IST
1 stop28h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 9/320:10IST - LAX
1 stop27h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1£836

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 17 January 2025.

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LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

22:30-04:10

2 stops42h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 7/3

05:10-23:55

2 stops29h 45m

£567

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 16/2

15:05-18:00

1 stop15h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 5/3

06:50-13:05

1 stop17h 15m

£583

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

23:43-18:00

2 stops31h 17m

Istanbul

Tue 25/2

06:50-13:05

1 stop17h 15m

£586

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 4/3

12:00-16:55

2 stops17h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 13/3

05:10-16:51

2 stops21h 41m

£605

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

17:26-04:10

1 stop23h 44m

Istanbul

Thu 6/3

05:10-13:05

1 stop18h 55m

£638

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 12/2

20:55-17:30

1 stop33h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 19/2

14:45-15:50

1 stop36h 05m

£641

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 14/2

22:20-04:10

2 stops18h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 20/2

05:10-11:45

2 stops41h 35m

£710

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

15:10-07:05

1 stop28h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 11/3

20:10-13:50

1 stop27h 40m

£836

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

20:00-12:30

2 stops29h 30m

£353

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 9/4

06:00-06:20

2 stops38h 20m

£516

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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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 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is 63 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 17 January 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 afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the evening.

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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from LAX to IST 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 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 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Delta and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8,513 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.7
Good
210 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.4
Good
684 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,513 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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 11 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £567. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £583 and £586, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 39% 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 £353 on SAUDIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from £516 and United Airlines from £524 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%), Uzbekistan Airways (69%), Thai Airways (69%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £1,186 for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £388 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul) is currently priced at £578.

  • 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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