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$244+ Cheap flights from California to Istanbul (IST)

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$679
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$244
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,028

Good round-trip deal

$747 or less

Good one-way deal

$454 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:36 pmONT - IST
2 stops36h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/46:30 amIST - ONT
2 stops22h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$677
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:10 amLAS - IST
2 stops27h 35mAir Canada
Thu 11/131:50 pmIST - LAS
2 stops61h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 9/8$714
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/309:10 amLAS - IST
2 stops21h 00mAir Canada
Fri 12/128:50 amIST - LAS
2 stops22h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 9/9$715
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/308:55 pmLAS - IST
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 12/128:10 amIST - LAS
1 stop21h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$717
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/304:25 pmLAS - IST
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Fri 12/126:30 amIST - LAS
2 stops24h 31mLufthansa
Deal found 9/9$721
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:45 pmLAS - IST
2 stops44h 40mAir Canada
Fri 11/148:50 amIST - LAS
2 stops22h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 9/8$724
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:10 amLAS - IST
2 stops28h 15mAir Canada
Tue 11/48:00 pmIST - LAS
2 stops35h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 9/9$725
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2812:25 pmSNA - IST
2 stops31h 00mAir Canada
Wed 11/58:50 amIST - SNA
2 stops37h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 9/10$725
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/28:55 pmLAS - IST
1 stop29h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 11/187:35 amIST - LAS
1 stop22h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/8$726
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/289:55 pmLAS - IST
1 stop17h 05mBritish Airways
Mon 11/36:40 pmIST - LAS
1 stop35h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$727
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/195:05 pmLAS - IST
1 stop21h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 11/42:55 pmIST - LAS
1 stop38h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$728
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/110:40 amSMF - IST
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/98:50 amIST - SMF
2 stops41h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$729

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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California

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Istanbul

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Return

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Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/4

8:55 pm-1:00 am

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 11/17

3:15 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop38h 35m

$726

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/5

8:55 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop33h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

7:35 am-6:50 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$726

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/1

10:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 12/9

8:50 am-3:17 pm

2 stops41h 27m

$729

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/5

1:45 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

6:30 am-6:49 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$734

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/28

2:47 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 03m

Istanbul

Mon 11/3

4:50 am-10:20 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$737

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 11/12

1:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-8:44 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$739

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Tue 11/11

1:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

6:30 am-5:34 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$739

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/1

10:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 12/9

6:30 am-8:52 pm

2 stops25h 22m

$739

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/3

4:05 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

6:30 am-11:15 pm

3 stops27h 45m

$739

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 11/12

4:47 pm-12:25 am

2 stops20h 38m

Istanbul

Wed 11/19

7:35 am-10:29 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$742

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Best time to book a flight from California to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from California to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 CA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like British Airways, United Airlines, and Delta fly from California to Istanbul Airport in about 17h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 58m. The distance between California and Istanbul Airport is about 6619 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $509. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Istanbul Airport?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Istanbul, San Francisco - Istanbul or Ontario - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from California to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Istanbul Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (82%), Turkish Airlines (80%), Thai Airways( 78%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $414. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul) can be booked for $559 on average, our data indicates $2,257 when flying from California to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from California to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from California to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$613Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$625Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$627Average$1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$662Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$663Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$680Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$680Average$966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$699Average$1,055FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$723Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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