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$398+ Cheap flights from California to Istanbul

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Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from California to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$739
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$403
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,213
From California to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from California to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

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.
Mon 10/271:00 pmONT - IST
2 stops23h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/136:30 amIST - ONT
2 stops26h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$739
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/104:00 pmONT - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/268:15 amIST - ONT
2 stops20h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$741
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:10 amSJC - IST
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Wed 1/215:10 amIST - SJC
2 stops23h 38mKLM
Deal found 7/1$759
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.
Thu 11/205:55 amOAK - IST
2 stops35h 15mAir France
Thu 11/275:10 amIST - OAK
2 stops24h 03mAir France
Deal found 7/2$760
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/25:01 pmONT - IST
2 stops21h 09mBritish Airways
Tue 12/167:35 amIST - ONT
2 stops25h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$766
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:30 amSNA - IST
2 stops24h 15mLufthansa
Mon 1/127:00 pmIST - SNA
2 stops35h 03mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$768
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/712:25 pmSNA - IST
2 stops22h 55mAir Canada
Fri 12/58:50 amIST - SNA
2 stops37h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$776
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/23:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:00 pmIST - LAX
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$799
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/163:09 pmSNA - IST
2 stops42h 06mBritish Airways
Sat 8/237:50 pmIST - SNA
2 stops36h 02mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$800
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/84:00 pmLAX - IST
2 stops25h 25mDelta
Thu 9/254:20 amIST - LAX
1 stop24h 05mDelta
Deal found 7/2$817
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/168:05 amLAX - SAW
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/235:55 pmSAW - LAX
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$818
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.
Mon 9/16:30 pmLAX - IST
1 stop22h 55mKLM
Tue 9/304:20 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 00mKLM
Deal found 7/2$821

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Istanbul that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Mon 10/27

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

6:30 am-9:35 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$739

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Sun 8/10

4:00 pm-12:25 am

2 stops22h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 8/26

8:15 am-6:24 pm

2 stops20h 09m

$741

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 12/28

10:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

5:10 am-5:48 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$759

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Thu 11/20

5:55 am-4:10 am

2 stops35h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 11/27

5:10 am-6:13 pm

2 stops24h 03m

$760

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Tue 12/2

5:01 pm-1:10 am

2 stops21h 09m

Istanbul

Tue 12/16

7:35 am-9:58 pm

2 stops25h 23m

$766

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/29

11:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

7:00 pm-7:03 pm

2 stops35h 03m

$768

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/7

12:25 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops22h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

8:50 am-11:21 am

2 stops37h 31m

$776

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

3:20 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 9/21

10:00 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 05m

$799

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/16

3:09 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops42h 06m

Istanbul

Sat 8/23

7:50 pm-9:52 pm

2 stops36h 02m

$800

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

4:00 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 9/30

4:20 am-6:25 pm

1 stop24h 05m

$817

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Best time to book a flight from California to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from California to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 CA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 July 3, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to TR5 are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 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 California to Istanbul?

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Istanbul, such as Delta, KLM, and Finnair. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,306 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Istanbul. 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 California to Istanbul one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lufthansa, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $570. Qatar Airways flights start at $580 while deals on United Airlines start at $583 one-way.

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

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air New Zealand (92%), Uzbekistan Airways (89%), Thai Airways( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Istanbul is $465. On average you can expect to pay $2,377. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $451.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from California to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 California to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$627Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LOTCheapest$629Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$629Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$658Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$679Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$680Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$699Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$702Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SAUDIACheapest$769Average$921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%

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