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$464+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to California

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IST — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$568
(Air France)

One-way from

$464
(Norse)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$867

Good round-trip deal

$735 or less

Good one-way deal

$697 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 July 3, 2025.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 9/75:05 pmIST - LAX
1 stop31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/106:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$568
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Mon 10/135:05 pmIST - LAX
1 stop31h 45mKLM
Mon 10/274:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop25h 45mKLM
Deal found 7/3$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 9/126:10 amIST - LAX
2 stops25h 18mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/46:40 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$621
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/910:35 pmIST - LAX
2 stops50h 45mLOT
Fri 2/274:15 pmLAX - IST
1 stop34h 40mLOT
Deal found 7/2$628
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 11/155:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Sun 11/303:50 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 20mAir France
Deal found 7/1$631
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 10/27:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops46h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/222:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$634
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 8/178:15 amIST - LAX
1 stop19h 50mBritish Airways
Sun 8/241:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop19h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$634
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/76:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops27h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/186:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops28h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$638
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 9/95:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Thu 9/253:05 pmSFO - IST
1 stop26h 20mKLM
Deal found 7/2$641
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/104:10 pmIST - SFO
1 stop35h 15mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/197:20 pmSFO - IST
1 stop19h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$642
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 10/62:45 pmIST - SFO
2 stops39h 06mAir Canada
Tue 11/411:20 amSFO - IST
2 stops26h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$643
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 9/97:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 55mBritish Airways
Thu 9/254:30 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1$644

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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 July 3, 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

Sun 9/7

5:05 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

6:30 pm-3:25 am

1 stop22h 55m

$568

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 7/8

5:05 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

1:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$595

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 9/12

6:10 am-4:08 pm

2 stops19h 58m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-1:05 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$621

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

5:10 am-6:10 pm

2 stops24h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 11/30

3:50 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 20m

$631

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Sun 8/17

8:15 am-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

1:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$634

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 10/2

7:45 am-7:51 pm

2 stops46h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 10/22

2:40 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$634

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 8/7

6:10 am-11:13 pm

2 stops27h 03m

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

6:30 am-9:20 pm

2 stops28h 50m

$638

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

5:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

3:05 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

$641

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sun 8/10

4:10 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop35h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

7:20 pm-1:05 am

1 stop19h 45m

$642

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 10/6

8:15 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop31h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 11/4

5:30 pm-1:10 am

1 stop20h 40m

$643

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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 $326). 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 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).

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to California, such as Emirates, Delta, and KLM. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

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 Qatar Airways ($593), Lufthansa ($614), and British Airways ($629).

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

    The most popular route from Istanbul Airport to California is Istanbul - San Francisco. You may also consider Istanbul - Los Angeles 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: Air New Zealand (82%), Uzbekistan Airways (79%), Thai Airways( 79%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $625. While the most popular route (Istanbul - San Francisco) can be booked for $542 on average our data indicates $1,500 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 $326). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$439Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$453Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$493Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$499Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$597Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$628Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$662Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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