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$368+ 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 6/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Istanbul to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$534
(KLM)

One-way from

$368
(CheapOair)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$738

Good round-trip deal

$730 or less

Good one-way deal

$670 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/265:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mKLM
Wed 12/316:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 40mKLM
Deal found 6/10$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:15 amIST - LAX
2 stops26h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/198:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop18h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$553
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:15 amIST - LAX
2 stops26h 01mBritish Airways
Tue 10/219:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop17h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/11$554
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/25:05 pmIST - LAX
1 stop31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/33:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$559
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/58:15 amIST - ONT
2 stops24h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/205:02 pmONT - IST
2 stops21h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops23h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/115:40 amLAX - IST
2 stops25h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$609
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 8/144:20 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 00mAir France
Fri 2/133:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop25h 45mAir France
Deal found 6/12$612
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/196:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops24h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/271:20 pmSFO - IST
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$626
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/215:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Thu 10/231:45 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 35mKLM
Deal found 6/10$627
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/99:20 pmIST - SFO
2 stops47h 51mAir Canada
Thu 9/258:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops29h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$635
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/172:00 pmIST - LAX
2 stops18h 52mLufthansa
Mon 6/305:30 pmLAX - IST
2 stops17h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$635
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/296:40 pmIST - SFO
1 stop31h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 3/210:41 amSFO - IST
2 stops19h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$636

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 June 12, 2025.
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

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 11/26

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

6:30 pm-4:10 am

1 stop22h 40m

$534

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

8:15 am-12:18 am

2 stops26h 03m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

8:05 pm-12:25 am

1 stop18h 20m

$553

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 10/7

8:15 am-12:16 am

2 stops26h 01m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

9:30 pm-1:05 am

1 stop17h 35m

$554

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 9/2

5:05 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/3

3:25 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 00m

$559

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

8:15 am-10:16 pm

2 stops24h 01m

Ontario

Mon 10/20

5:02 pm-12:30 am

2 stops21h 28m

$568

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 8/14

4:20 am-11:20 am

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

3:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 45m

$612

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 7/10

6:10 am-11:10 pm

2 stops27h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 7/30

12:20 am-1:05 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$626

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sun 9/21

5:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 10/23

1:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$627

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sat 11/1

6:30 am-10:39 am

2 stops38h 09m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

7:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$627

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

9:20 pm-11:11 am

2 stops47h 51m

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

8:30 am-11:40 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$635

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to California

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 June 12, 2025.

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 June 12, 2025.

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

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to California, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Delta and KLM. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,358 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
LOT
7.6
Good
1,077 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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.

  • 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 Lufthansa ($457), Qatar Airways ($591), and LOT ($613).

  • 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 (75%), Thai Airways (75%), Turkish Airlines( 75%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $623. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Los Angeles) can be booked for $529 on average our data indicates $1,897 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 9 airlines flying from Istanbul to California

Discover the top 9 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$439Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$453Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$499Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$596Average$764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$607Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$629Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$662Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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