Cheap flights from California (CA) to Istanbul (IST)

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From California to Istanbul

Are flight prices decreasing from California to Istanbul due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both California and Istanbul for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from California to Istanbul to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta and Etihad Airways are some of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. New policies for travelers booking flights from California to Istanbul include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitization, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from California to Istanbul have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Turkish Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines flying from California to Istanbul have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from California to Istanbul for under $500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Istanbul for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $488, but on average you can expect to pay $534.

Are there nonstop flights from California to Istanbul for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from California to Istanbul under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Istanbul is less than $970.

Are there last-minute flights available from California to Istanbul for under $500?

There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than $500.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from California to Istanbul?

Major Airline, American Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular airlines when flying from California to Istanbul.

What are the most popular routes from California to Istanbul?

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

What are the cheapest Flights from California to Istanbul?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $457. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul) can be booked for $686 on average our data indicates $975 when flying from California to Istanbul

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: Uzbekistan Airways (44%), Pakistan International Airlines (30%), Turkish Airlines( 30%).

How long is the flight from California to Istanbul?

Departing from California to Istanbul will take you 18h 10m. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.