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$410+ Cheap flights from Istanbul 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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 12, 2025.

This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop19h 35mKLM
Wed 12/3110:23 amSFO - IST
2 stops19h 32mKLM
Deal found 12/10$592
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop27h 45mKLM
Wed 12/311:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/11$615
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop19h 20mKLM
Thu 2/261:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/11$620
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/305:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$621
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Thu 1/2211:55 amLAX - IST
2 stops18h 00mKLM
Deal found 12/11$625
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Mon 3/26:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/11$626
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mKLM
Wed 12/311:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/11$630
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/174:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/319:21 amSFO - IST
2 stops20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$631
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mAir France
Tue 12/306:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 30mAir France
Deal found 12/11$636
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/174:50 amIST - LAX
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/221:45 pmLAX - IST
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$642
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/225:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Sun 1/1110:55 pmSFO - IST
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/10$651
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/145:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop28h 50mDelta
Mon 2/28:00 amLAX - IST
2 stops21h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/10$651

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 December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$576
(KLM)

One-way from

$410
(Iberia)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$762
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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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to California that are best for you.

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Istanbul

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 12/22

4:50 am-9:35 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/31

1:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$615

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 12/22

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

10:55 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops31h 00m

$651

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Tue 12/23

5:55 pm-9:10 am

2 stops50h 15m

San Jose

Tue 12/30

7:45 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops34h 10m

$657

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Wed 12/24

5:55 pm-7:56 pm

2 stops37h 01m

San Jose

Thu 1/1

5:55 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$657

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Tue 12/23

5:55 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops39h 47m

San Jose

Wed 12/31

12:31 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops41h 24m

$657

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Thu 12/25

5:55 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops40h 58m

San Jose

Wed 12/31

5:55 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$657

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Tue 12/23

5:55 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops39h 47m

San Jose

Thu 1/1

5:55 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$657

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops40h 09m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$657

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops40h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 55m

$657

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 12/22

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$676

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to California (average of $444). Flying from Istanbul to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $590). 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul to California in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to California. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 Istanbul 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 December 12, 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul 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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul to California, such as KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,089 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,626 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,571 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,432 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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 to California?

    Airlines like KLM, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Istanbul to California in about 25h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 16m. There are 6805 mi between Istanbul and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $376 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $380 and LOT from $558 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Istanbul - San Francisco, Istanbul - Los Angeles or Istanbul - Ontario when deciding on the best route from Istanbul to California.

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

    Before booking your flight to California from Istanbul, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (72%), Thai Airways (70%), Pakistan International Airlines( 70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to California?

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to California is generally $1,315, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $645. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $576 for that flight.

  • 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 to California?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to California (average of $444). Flying from Istanbul to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $590). 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest$369Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$446Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$489Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$491Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$493Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$598Average$808FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$622Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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