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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport from £379

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 84 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 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£634

One-way from

£379

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£828

Good round-trip deal

£714 or less
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 8/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 55m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
SAUDIA
  • SAUDIA
  • 5/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 50m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£135 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 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 18 April 2025.

Thu 16/1009:00LAX - IST
2 stops21h 20mDelta
Sat 1/1105:10IST - LAX
2 stops29h 49mDelta
Deal found 17/4£631
Thu 8/521:00LAX - IST
1 stop30h 45mSAUDIA
Sun 1/618:25IST - LAX
1 stop31h 40mSAUDIA
Deal found 18/4£634
Tue 30/1220:55LAX - IST
1 stop33h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 10/114:55IST - LAX
1 stop33h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 17/4£636
Mon 13/1014:10LAX - IST
2 stops21h 10mLufthansa
Fri 31/1019:00IST - LAX
2 stops33h 09mLufthansa
Deal found 17/4£637
Fri 15/815:20LAX - IST
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 29/804:35IST - LAX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£659
Sun 7/918:40LAX - IST
1 stop16h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/906:10IST - LAX
1 stop20h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4£726
Mon 8/900:10LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Fri 26/918:40IST - LAX
Nonstop13h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/4£750
Tue 14/1016:20LAX - IST
1 stop33h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 26/1020:10IST - LAX
1 stop27h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/4£775

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 8/5

21:00-13:45

1 stop30h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

18:25-16:05

1 stop31h 40m

£634

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 12/10

15:45-00:25

1 stop22h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 31/10

14:55-14:30

1 stop33h 35m

£636

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 13/10

14:10-21:20

2 stops21h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 31/10

19:00-18:09

2 stops33h 09m

£637

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 15/8

18:30-03:25

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 29/8

04:20-18:10

1 stop23h 50m

£649

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 15/8

15:20-02:20

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 29/8

04:35-13:15

1 stop18h 40m

£659

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 7/9

18:40-21:20

1 stop16h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 24/9

06:10-16:55

1 stop20h 45m

£726

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 8/9

00:10-23:25

Nonstop13h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 26/9

18:40-22:25

Nonstop13h 45m

£750

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 14/5

16:20-06:20

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 25/5

20:05-14:00

1 stop27h 55m

£802

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

21:00-14:50

2 stops31h 50m

£379

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 19/7

00:08-13:05

2 stops26h 57m

£484

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport

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 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is 84 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 18 April 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 at midday, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 2 March 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 18 April 2025.

The most flights from LAX to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 18 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Vietnam Airlines and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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 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 SAUDIA is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £634. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £636 and £637, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 25% 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 £379 on SAUDIA. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from £484 and Qatar Airways from £489 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: RwandAir (95%), Uzbekistan Airways (87%), Thai Airways (87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £938 for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £502 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul) is currently priced at £713.

  • 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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