Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport from £337
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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
14 Jan — 21 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
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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 15 December 2025.
Mon 29/1218:20LAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Thu 12/304:50IST - LAX
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Deal found 13/12£541
Tue 30/1221:05LAX - IST
1 stop19h 45mKLM
Tue 13/117:55IST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Deal found 15/12£541
Tue 30/1218:20LAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Sun 5/417:20IST - LAX
1 stop28h 30mKLM
Deal found 13/12£582
Wed 31/1218:20LAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Mon 6/406:00IST - LAX
2 stops19h 33mKLM
Deal found 13/12£590
Tue 30/1205:30LAX - IST
2 stops24h 25mDelta
Tue 13/117:55IST - LAX
2 stops37h 31mDelta
Deal found 14/12£591
Sun 28/1213:45LAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Thu 20/804:25IST - LAX
1 stop17h 15mKLM
Deal found 14/12£649
Sun 28/1213:45LAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Fri 21/806:00IST - LAX
1 stop15h 50mKLM
Deal found 14/12£650
Tue 30/1215:25LAX - IST
1 stop25h 25mDelta
Thu 8/117:55IST - LAX
2 stops38h 50mDelta
Deal found 15/12£700
Mon 29/1218:00LAX - IST
1 stop19h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 7/408:15IST - LAX
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/12£701
Wed 31/1218:20LAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mDelta
Sat 4/417:20IST - LAX
1 stop31h 25mDelta
Deal found 13/12£709
Best flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Wed 14/110:25LAX - IST
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Sat 24/117:55IST - LAX
2 stops40h 26mDelta
Deal found 14/12£440
Thu 15/113:25LAX - IST
2 stops22h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 29/106:30IST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/12£479
Thu 22/117:30LAX - IST
2 stops18h 15mLufthansa
Thu 5/206:30IST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 14/12£485
Sun 15/314:45LAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Mon 30/317:20IST - LAX
1 stop28h 30mKLM
Deal found 13/12£485
Thu 19/319:00LAX - IST
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Thu 26/307:35IST - LAX
1 stop21h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/12£494
Fri 20/319:45LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Mon 23/313:50IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/12£548
Mon 16/313:40LAX - IST
2 stops28h 10mDelta
Fri 27/304:50IST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/12£475
Sat 24/117:30LAX - IST
2 stops18h 15mLufthansa
Fri 6/206:30IST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 14/12£485
Tue 27/110:48LAX - IST
2 stops19h 57mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/405:50IST - LAX
2 stops28h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12£486
Thu 19/309:54LAX - IST
2 stops31h 56mDelta
Fri 27/304:50IST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/12£484
Tue 10/217:45LAX - IST
1 stop23h 05mDelta
Sat 18/404:25IST - LAX
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 15/12£522
Sat 11/418:00LAX - IST
1 stop23h 30mDelta
Wed 29/404:25IST - LAX
1 stop21h 40mDelta
Deal found 14/12£552
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Los Angeles to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Sat 14/314:05LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 27/308:05IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/12£548
Mon 16/319:45LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 25/308:05IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/12£555
Wed 11/213:05LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Sun 15/213:50IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/12£593
Thu 29/113:05LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/208:05IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£724
Sun 1/318:45LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/308:05IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/12£742
Mon 30/320:00LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 30/408:10IST - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/12£759
Tue 6/118:45LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Thu 22/108:05IST - LAX
Nonstop14h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/12£774
Mon 11/500:20LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 28/514:25IST - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/12£776
Sun 29/320:00LAX - IST
Nonstop13h 05mTurkish Airlines
Sat 18/414:25IST - LAX
Nonstop13h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 13/12£788
Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Data last updated 15 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Sun 11/117:30LAX - IST
2 stops18h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/306:30IST - LAX
2 stops21h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/12£443
Sun 11/121:45LAX - IST
2 stops43h 05mDelta
Thu 12/304:50IST - LAX
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Deal found 13/12£450
Mon 12/107:20LAX - IST
2 stops33h 30mDelta
Tue 10/304:50IST - LAX
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Deal found 13/12£442
Mon 12/107:20LAX - IST
2 stops33h 30mDelta
Wed 11/317:55IST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Deal found 13/12£443
Tue 13/121:55LAX - IST
2 stops42h 55mDelta
Thu 12/317:55IST - LAX
2 stops33h 37mDelta
Deal found 13/12£445
Wed 14/106:30LAX - IST
2 stops34h 20mDelta
Thu 22/104:50IST - LAX
2 stops26h 25mDelta
Deal found 14/12£440
Wed 14/110:25LAX - IST
2 stops30h 25mDelta
Sat 24/117:55IST - LAX
2 stops40h 26mDelta
Deal found 14/12£440
Thu 15/117:30LAX - IST
2 stops18h 15mLufthansa
Fri 30/106:30IST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 14/12£459
Sat 24/115:00LAX - IST
1 stop20h 45mLufthansa
Fri 6/206:30IST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 14/12£470
Thu 29/108:30LAX - IST
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/206:30IST - LAX
2 stops29h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12£430
Thu 29/115:00LAX - IST
1 stop16h 05mLufthansa
Thu 16/417:55IST - LAX
1 stop29h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 12/12£472
One-way flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
Wed 28/111:55LAX - IST
2 stops18h 00mKLM
Deal found 14/12£337
Fri 27/213:45LAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Deal found 14/12£338
Sat 10/111:35LAX - IST
2 stops18h 20mKLM
Deal found 13/12£342
Sun 11/120:55LAX - IST
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/12£342
Thu 26/322:00LAX - IST
1 stop17h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/12£343
Thu 15/108:50LAX - IST
2 stops21h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/12£346
Wed 14/115:25LAX - IST
1 stop25h 25mDelta
Deal found 14/12£347
Tue 3/308:30LAX - IST
2 stops27h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/12£349
Thu 29/105:50LAX - IST
3 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/12£350
Sun 26/419:45LAX - IST
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12£369
Fri 1/519:45LAX - IST
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12£376
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 15 December 2025.
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 15 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Los Angeles
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Istanbul
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Wed 14/1
10:25-03:50
2 stops30h 25m
Istanbul
Sat 24/1
17:55-23:21
2 stops40h 26m
£440
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Mon 16/3
13:40-03:50
2 stops28h 10m
Istanbul
Fri 27/3
04:50-17:05
1 stop22h 15m
£475
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Thu 15/1
13:25-22:45
2 stops22h 20m
Istanbul
Thu 29/1
06:30-13:05
1 stop17h 35m
£479
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Thu 19/3
09:54-03:50
2 stops31h 56m
Istanbul
Fri 27/3
04:50-17:05
1 stop22h 15m
£484
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Thu 22/1
17:30-22:45
2 stops18h 15m
Istanbul
Thu 5/2
06:30-13:05
1 stop17h 35m
£485
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Sun 15/3
14:45-16:55
1 stop16h 10m
Istanbul
Mon 30/3
17:20-11:50
1 stop28h 30m
£485
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Sat 24/1
17:30-22:45
2 stops18h 15m
Istanbul
Fri 6/2
06:30-13:05
1 stop17h 35m
£485
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Tue 27/1
10:48-17:45
2 stops19h 57m
Istanbul
Fri 17/4
05:50-00:25
2 stops28h 35m
£486
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Thu 19/3
19:00-01:10
1 stop20h 10m
Istanbul
Thu 26/3
07:35-19:30
1 stop21h 55m
£494
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Tue 10/2
17:45-03:50
1 stop23h 05m
Istanbul
Sat 18/4
04:25-16:05
1 stop21h 40m
£522
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul
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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 12 December 2025.
The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is 71 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of £406). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £677). 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 15 December 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.
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 15 December 2025.
The most flights from LAX to IST are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
How often are flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 174 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
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 15 December 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.
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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?
Delta and United Airlines can get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in just under 18h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 10m. 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 £547. 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: Thai Airways (79%), Pakistan International Airlines (79%), Air New Zealand (77%).
What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
On average you can expect to pay £866 for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £599 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul) is currently priced at £1,065.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport (average of £406). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £677). 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.
Explore flights to Istanbul departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 December 2025.
Browse through other flights departing from Los Angeles. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 December 2025.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 15 December 2025.
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