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$360+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to California

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
лют. 28 — бер. 71
сб 2/28
сб 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to California

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on січень 29, 2026.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
ср 4/85:20 pm
IST
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SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
ср 4/221:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/26$545
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
вт 4/145:20 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
вт 4/2811:00 am
SFO
-
IST
2 stops19h 20m
KLM
Deal found 1/26$550
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
вт 3/105:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
пн 4/131:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop16h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$551
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
чт 3/55:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
вт 3/102:55 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop16h 00m
KLM
Deal found 1/27$552
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
сб 2/145:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
вт 3/310:20 am
SFO
-
IST
2 stops19h 35m
KLM
Deal found 1/27$555
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
сб 2/145:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
сб 2/213:40 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop25h 10m
KLM
Deal found 1/27$557
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ср 2/185:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
ср 2/253:40 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop25h 10m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$558
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
сб 2/145:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
чт 4/93:05 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Deal found 1/29$560
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
чт 2/55:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 55m
KLM
ср 2/183:40 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop25h 10m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$561
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
чт 2/265:55 pm
IST
-
SFO
2 stops33h 14m
KLM
чт 3/51:55 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop16h 00m
KLM
Deal found 1/28$562
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
ср 10/78:25 am
IST
-
SNA
2 stops23h 36m
British Airways
нд 10/1111:39 am
SNA
-
IST
2 stops26h 46m
British Airways
Deal found 1/26$568
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
пт 2/278:10 am
IST
-
ONT
2 stops24h 57m
British Airways
нд 3/12:39 pm
ONT
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IST
2 stops23h 11m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$568

Find flight deals from Istanbul to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Istanbul to California flight deals. Data was last updated січень 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$545
(KLM)

One-way from

$360
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$753

Good round-trip deal

$791 or less

Good one-way deal

$697 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to California 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 січень 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

вт 4/14

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

вт 4/28

1:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 35m

$545

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

ср 4/8

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 25m

San Francisco

ср 4/22

1:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 35m

$545

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

ср 2/25

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

ср 3/4

8:40 pm-12:25 am

1 stop16h 45m

$560

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

вт 5/19

7:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

San Francisco

вт 5/26

1:35 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$563

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

вт 2/24

4:50 am-5:56 pm

2 stops24h 06m

San Francisco

ср 3/4

11:02 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 53m

$567

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

ср 3/4

7:35 am-10:19 pm

2 stops25h 44m

Ontario

нд 3/8

11:58 pm-12:05 am

2 stops38h 07m

$568

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

чт 2/26

6:40 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop31h 20m

San Francisco

чт 3/5

4:59 pm-1:10 am

2 stops21h 11m

$570

IstanbulSanta Ana

IST - SNA

ISTSNA

Istanbul

сб 3/7

7:35 am-9:39 pm

2 stops25h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

вт 4/14

1:23 pm-1:05 am

2 stops25h 42m

$573

IstanbulSanta Ana

IST - SNA

ISTSNA

Istanbul

пн 3/2

8:15 am-8:23 pm

2 stops23h 08m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

ср 4/15

11:00 am-12:40 am

2 stops51h 40m

$573

IstanbulSanta Ana

IST - SNA

ISTSNA

Istanbul

вт 3/3

7:35 am-9:39 pm

2 stops25h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

вт 4/14

1:23 pm-1:05 am

2 stops25h 42m

$573

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to California

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to California (average of $446). Flying from Istanbul Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $612). 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 IST to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated січень 29, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to California. 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 січень 29, 2026.

The most flights from IST to USCA 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 (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated січень 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to California, such as KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,705 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to California. 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 Istanbul Airport to California?

    KLM, British Airways, and American Airlines can get you from Istanbul Airport to California in just under 23h 41m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 44m. Istanbul Airport and California are separated by a distance of 6814 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to California are British Airways ($376), American Airlines ($380), and Qatar Airways ($568).

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

    The most popular route from Istanbul Airport to California is Istanbul - Los Angeles. You may also consider Istanbul - San Francisco or Istanbul - Ontario.

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

    Before booking your flight to California from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Uzbekistan Airways (73%), Thai Airways (73%), Turkish Airlines( 73%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $656. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Los Angeles) can be booked for $546 on average, our data indicates $940 when flying from Istanbul Airport to California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to California (average of $446). Flying from Istanbul Airport to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $612). 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 8 airlines flying from Istanbul to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to California. 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 січень 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$448Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$494Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$510Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LOTCheapest$574Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$603Average$810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$639Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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