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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport from £291

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 30/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
22 Nov — 29 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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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 23 October 2025.

Wed 12/1111:37LAX - IST
2 stops18h 18mKLM
Fri 30/104:50IST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Deal found 22/10£545
Mon 10/1121:05LAX - IST
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Sun 16/1104:50IST - LAX
2 stops22h 11mKLM
Deal found 22/10£549
Thu 13/1113:45LAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Sat 31/104:50IST - LAX
2 stops22h 26mKLM
Deal found 22/10£550
Mon 1/1213:45LAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Wed 10/1204:50IST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Deal found 22/10£550
Sat 13/1221:00LAX - IST
1 stop17h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 8/114:35IST - LAX
1 stop33h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 21/10£552
Wed 12/1111:37LAX - IST
2 stops18h 18mKLM
Sun 16/1104:50IST - LAX
2 stops22h 11mKLM
Deal found 22/10£553
Fri 14/1113:05LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/208:05IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/10£556
Sat 6/1211:39LAX - IST
2 stops18h 16mKLM
Fri 12/1204:50IST - LAX
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 22/10£557
Thu 6/1111:10LAX - IST
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/1104:50IST - LAX
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£563
Thu 6/1111:10LAX - IST
2 stops18h 45mKLM
Fri 14/1104:50IST - LAX
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 22/10£568
Sat 6/1207:45LAX - IST
3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1214:25IST - LAX
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/10£568
Sun 9/1115:00LAX - IST
1 stop20h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/206:30IST - LAX
2 stops26h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/10£569

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 23 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£545

One-way from

£303

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£711

Good one-way deal

£389 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 12/11-30/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 33m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
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Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 4/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 05m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£107 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 23 October 2025.
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Los Angeles

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 25/12

21:00-01:10

1 stop17h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

14:35-18:25

1 stop38h 50m

£552

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 5/3

11:55-16:55

2 stops18h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 9/3

04:50-16:55

2 stops22h 05m

£553

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 6/12

10:01-16:55

2 stops19h 54m

Istanbul

Fri 12/12

04:50-13:10

1 stop19h 20m

£553

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 25/12

21:00-13:55

1 stop29h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 9/1

14:55-18:30

1 stop38h 35m

£571

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 27/12

17:06-01:10

2 stops21h 04m

Istanbul

Sat 10/1

18:40-13:30

1 stop29h 50m

£574

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 26/12

17:06-00:35

2 stops20h 29m

Istanbul

Thu 8/1

14:35-18:39

2 stops39h 04m

£582

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 9/3

09:25-16:55

2 stops21h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 12/3

04:50-14:10

1 stop19h 20m

£584

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 5/11

15:25-03:50

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 9/11

04:50-20:47

2 stops26h 57m

£586

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 22/1

10:45-16:55

2 stops19h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

04:50-18:40

2 stops24h 50m

£587

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 17/11

11:03-16:55

2 stops18h 52m

Istanbul

Wed 26/11

04:50-16:00

2 stops22h 10m

£587

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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 17 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is 61 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of £457). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £678). 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 23 October 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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 20% 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 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. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 23 October 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,022 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,022 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,022 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Christina,Sept 2025

DTW - IST

Crew was fine but the plane seemed smaller like the seats were very crammed in for an international flight. I’m a small person and it felt suffocating to me.

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 10 flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

    British Airways, KLM, and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in just under 17h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6832 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Turkish Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £554. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 30% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • 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 (82%), Uzbekistan Airways (78%), Turkish Airlines (78%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £1,145 for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £387 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul) is currently priced at £849.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of £457). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £678). 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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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£554Average£875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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