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$315+ 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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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 Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$752
(KLM)

One-way from

$324
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

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February

Average price

$1,037

Good round-trip deal

$728 or less

Good one-way deal

$489 or less
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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 August 18, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/297:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Tue 11/44:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop24h 45mKLM
Deal found 8/18$752
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 9/1310:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/204:45 amIST - LAX
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$753
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Wed 11/125:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Deal found 8/18$754
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 10/412:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/410:00 pmIST - LAX
2 stops47h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$755
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/74:30 pmLAX - IST
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/214:45 amIST - LAX
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$756
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 10/67:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop37h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/168:35 pmIST - LAX
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$757
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 9/64:25 pmLAX - IST
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/204:45 amIST - LAX
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$759
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 8/193:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/54:35 amIST - LAX
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$760
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/53:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/158:50 pmIST - LAX
1 stop26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$761
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 10/109:25 pmLAX - IST
2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/174:45 amIST - LAX
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$762

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Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 18, 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

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Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

7:20 pm-3:50 am

1 stop22h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 11/4

4:50 am-6:35 pm

1 stop24h 45m

$752

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

10:20 pm-2:20 am

1 stop18h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

8:50 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop32h 40m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

5:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 11/12

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

1:40 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 11/16

4:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 11/7

3:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

3:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

6:20 pm-3:50 am

1 stop22h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

6:20 pm-3:50 am

1 stop22h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 11/11

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$754

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

7:20 pm-3:50 am

1 stop22h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 11/9

4:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$759

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

9:31 pm-1:35 pm

3 stops54h 04m

$315

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 61 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 $923). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 August 18, 2025.

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 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 18, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

London (LHR) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 37% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $842.

What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 17h 02m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover 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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, LOT, and Turkish Airlines 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,109 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,945 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,277 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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?

    For a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul, you will be flying from Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 11 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 12 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Los Angeles on a regular basis.

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

    Departing from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport will take you 22h 30m. There are 6832 mi between Los Angeles and Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $626, LOT will fly you from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to LOT, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $627 and $651, respectively. You may be able to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 (83%), Pakistan International Airlines (83%), Air New Zealand (82%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $431. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul) can be booked for $555 on average our data indicates $2,301 when flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

    Most of the time, Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights that have layovers will stop in Frankfurt am Main. Frankfurt am Main is followed by London in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. Paris comes next as the third most popular layover location for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Frankfurt am Main travelers tend to visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt more than anywhere else. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main interested in visiting Römerberg, Hauptwache, or Historisches Museum Frankfurt can do so by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those landing in Frankfurt am Main looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $46 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time at Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at London Heathrow for about $48 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Paris?

    Most Paris visitors opt to spend their time at Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum. Those on a layover in Paris interested in visiting Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, or Louvre Museum can do so by traveling 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those landing in Paris looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $42 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights have a layover in Warsaw the least frequently. Warsaw is followed by Amsterdam in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport.

  • 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 vacation 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 $923). Flying from Los Angeles 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 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$626Average$970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$627Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$651Average$859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$660Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$663Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$679Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$680Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$698Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$765Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
SAUDIACheapest$769Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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