$336+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 11/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to IstanbulExplore 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 October 30, 2025.
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 October 30, 2025.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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 October 30, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Justfly.com 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $707 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $336 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $950 |
Good round-trip deal | $734 or less |
Good one-way deal | $476 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Wed 11/19
11:03 am-4:55 pm
2 stops18h 52m
Istanbul
Mon 3/9
4:50 am-2:10 pm
1 stop19h 20m
Los AngelesIstanbul
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LAXIST
Los Angeles
Sun 1/4
3:30 pm-12:50 am
1 stop22h 20m
Istanbul
Fri 2/13
6:40 pm-1:30 pm
1 stop29h 50m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Sun 1/4
3:30 pm-12:50 am
1 stop22h 20m
Istanbul
Sat 2/14
6:40 pm-1:30 pm
1 stop29h 50m
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LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Wed 1/7
1:45 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop16h 10m
Istanbul
Tue 1/13
4:50 am-1:10 pm
1 stop19h 20m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Sat 1/3
9:00 pm-1:10 am
1 stop17h 10m
Istanbul
Mon 2/16
8:15 am-3:50 pm
1 stop18h 35m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Mon 11/24
11:03 am-4:55 pm
2 stops18h 52m
Istanbul
Fri 12/5
4:50 am-4:03 pm
2 stops22h 13m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Fri 1/16
8:50 am-4:55 pm
2 stops21h 05m
Istanbul
Sun 1/18
4:50 am-8:28 pm
2 stops26h 38m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Mon 12/1
1:45 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop16h 10m
Istanbul
Mon 12/8
4:50 am-4:05 pm
1 stop22h 15m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Mon 12/1
1:45 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop16h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 12/14
4:50 am-4:05 pm
1 stop22h 15m
Los AngelesIstanbul
LAX - IST
LAXIST
Los Angeles
Mon 11/10
11:03 am-4:55 pm
2 stops18h 52m
Istanbul
Wed 11/19
4:50 am-1:10 pm
1 stop19h 20m
Compare providers for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
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?
Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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 $612). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $906). 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?
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 169 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 Saturday 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 last year, IndiGo have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 45% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 17h 00m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 17h 00m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 25m.
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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and LOT from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Aaron,Oct 2024
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Top 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Discover the top 10 airlines 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$556 | Average$835 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$618 | Average$972 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$629 | Average$887 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$665 | Average$1,040 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$680 | Average$910 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$680 | Average$862 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$702 | Average$948 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$724 | Average$854 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$751 | Average$969 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$769 | Average$930 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time86% |