Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport from £332

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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 14 February 2026.

Wed 15/420:55
LAX
-
IST
1 stop17h 30m
British Airways
Thu 23/420:05
IST
-
LAX
1 stop27h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 13/2£414
Mon 13/411:00
LAX
-
IST
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 23/405:40
IST
-
LAX
2 stops25h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£419
Tue 17/316:30
LAX
-
IST
1 stop22h 30m
British Airways
Tue 24/307:35
IST
-
LAX
2 stops24h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 12/2£421
Sun 12/418:00
LAX
-
IST
1 stop23h 30m
Delta
Wed 22/406:00
IST
-
LAX
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 10/2£422
Tue 14/418:00
LAX
-
IST
1 stop23h 30m
Delta
Wed 22/406:00
IST
-
LAX
1 stop18h 45m
Delta
Deal found 13/2£423
Wed 15/412:41
LAX
-
IST
2 stops22h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 22/413:55
IST
-
LAX
2 stops20h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£424
Mon 27/423:59
LAX
-
IST
2 stops27h 01m
United Airlines
Fri 8/505:40
IST
-
LAX
2 stops28h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/2£425
Sun 26/411:25
LAX
-
IST
2 stops19h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 13/513:55
IST
-
LAX
2 stops20h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 10/2£427
Sun 26/411:25
LAX
-
IST
2 stops19h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 5/505:40
IST
-
LAX
2 stops28h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/2£428
Sun 12/418:00
LAX
-
IST
1 stop23h 30m
Delta
Fri 24/406:00
IST
-
LAX
2 stops19h 25m
Delta
Deal found 10/2£429
Tue 14/418:00
LAX
-
IST
1 stop23h 30m
Delta
Thu 23/406:00
IST
-
LAX
2 stops22h 14m
Delta
Deal found 13/2£430
Mon 27/415:40
LAX
-
IST
2 stops19h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 11/513:55
IST
-
LAX
1 stop33h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/2£432

Find 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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£414

One-way from

£332

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£528

Good one-way deal

£391 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 13/4-12/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
KLM
  • KLM
  • 14/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • Los Angeles to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (£123 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

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

Fly from

Los Angeles

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

20:55-00:25

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 23/4

20:05-13:45

1 stop27h 40m

£414

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 13/4

20:55-00:25

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 21/4

19:55-18:20

1 stop32h 25m

£414

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 12/4

18:00-03:30

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 24/4

06:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

£422

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 17/3

13:15-22:45

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

06:30-22:35

2 stops26h 05m

£424

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

12:41-21:25

2 stops22h 44m

Istanbul

Wed 22/4

13:55-23:58

2 stops20h 03m

£424

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

08:15-16:55

2 stops22h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 21/4

13:55-23:58

2 stops20h 03m

£424

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 11/3

13:15-22:45

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 16/3

06:30-21:12

2 stops24h 42m

£425

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 12/4

18:00-03:30

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 23/4

06:00-15:25

2 stops19h 25m

£429

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 30/4

20:55-00:40

1 stop17h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 11/5

19:00-14:55

1 stop29h 55m

£451

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

09:15-16:55

2 stops21h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 23/4

05:40-20:59

2 stops25h 19m

£456

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 6 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is 89 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 £376). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £663). 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 14 February 2026.

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 27% versus a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

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 14 February 2026.
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.

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

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

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

    British Airways, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in just under 17h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 25m. 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 £536. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 26% 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: Uzbekistan Airways (55%), Thai Airways (55%), Turkish Airlines (55%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £391 for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £301 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul) is currently priced at £692.

  • 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 £376). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £663). 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£536Average£674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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