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$471+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Istanbul

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 2/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
Mar 9 — Mar 161
Mon 3/9
Mon 3/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 7, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Sun 3/84:00 pm
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IST
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Lufthansa
Mon 3/167:00 pm
IST
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LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/6$540
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 3/104:00 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop20h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/167:00 pm
IST
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LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/4$543
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 3/104:00 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop20h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/177:00 pm
IST
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LAX
2 stops31h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/5$545
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Sun 3/86:30 pm
LAX
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IST
2 stops18h 15m
Lufthansa
Sun 3/157:00 pm
IST
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LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/7$546
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Mon 4/205:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Tue 4/283:45 am
IST
-
LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/4$549
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/35:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/113:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/6$550
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/65:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Thu 4/163:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/4$551
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/305:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Tue 4/73:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/7$552
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1510:50 am
LAX
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IST
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/284:30 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$553
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/155:40 am
IST
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LAX
2 stops22h 11m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/7$555
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Tue 4/142:13 pm
LAX
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IST
2 stops25h 52m
Lufthansa
Thu 4/233:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/5$556
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 4/284:45 pm
LAX
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SAW
1 stop18h 15m
KLM
Wed 5/138:50 am
SAW
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LAX
1 stop15h 55m
KLM
Deal found 2/5$594

Find flight deals from Riverside to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated February 7, 2026.

Round-trip from

$540
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$471
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$746
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 February 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Price

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 4/5

8:55 pm-12:25 am

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 4/22

8:15 am-6:20 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$564

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

6:00 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 4/9

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

$575

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

3:40 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

5:40 am-9:48 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$578

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

2:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

5:40 am-9:48 pm

2 stops26h 08m

$578

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

11:50 am-9:35 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

1:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$582

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

3:40 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 5/11

1:55 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$589

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Mon 4/20

1:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/29

8:50 am-2:45 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$596

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

1:20 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 5/4

1:55 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops37h 18m

$599

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

10:35 am-5:05 pm

2 stops20h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/13

8:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$608

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

3:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/13

8:50 am-8:38 pm

2 stops21h 48m

$608

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside to Istanbul. 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 Riverside to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul (average of $515). Flying from Riverside to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $896). 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 R1V to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 February 7, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Riverside to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Riverside to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside 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 February 7, 2026.

The most flights from R1V to TR5 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).

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 February 7, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, LOT, and Turkish Airlines from Riverside to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

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
1,450 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,179 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

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
4,209 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

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
7,769 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

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
7,719 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,450 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.6

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 Riverside to Istanbul. 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 Riverside to Istanbul?

    Airlines like British Airways, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Riverside to Istanbul in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h. There are 6832 mi between Riverside and Istanbul. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $396 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $458 and United Airlines from $461 one-way.

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

    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 Riverside to Istanbul on time: Uzbekistan Airways (55%), Thai Airways (55%), Turkish Airlines (55%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $369. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul) can be booked for $505 on average, our data indicates $2,451 when flying from Riverside to Istanbul.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Istanbul (average of $515). Flying from Riverside to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $896). 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 Riverside to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 February 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$511Average$923FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$518Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$556Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$558Average$835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$603Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$657Average$1,029FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$672Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air FranceCheapest$680Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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