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$471+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul

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LAX — IST
Apr 25 — May 21
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 8/106:00 pm
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Tue 8/185:20 pm
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Delta
Deal found 3/23$689
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 10/612:00 pm
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Tue 10/206:45 am
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Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$693
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 7/294:45 pm
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Tue 8/114:25 am
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LAX
1 stop17h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$716
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 7/273:15 pm
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1 stop26h 15m
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Tue 8/114:25 am
IST
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1 stop17h 15m
Delta
Deal found 3/23$717
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 9/124:30 pm
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1 stop17h 05m
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Tue 9/229:15 pm
IST
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LAX
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Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$722
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 4/283:15 pm
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1 stop26h 15m
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Tue 11/104:50 am
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1 stop24h 05m
Delta
Deal found 3/25$723
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/273:15 pm
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1 stop26h 15m
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Mon 11/95:55 pm
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1 stop28h 50m
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Deal found 3/25$724
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/2011:45 am
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Wed 4/294:25 am
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Delta
Deal found 3/23$727
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2711:30 am
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Thu 11/54:50 am
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1 stop24h 05m
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Deal found 3/25$728
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Tue 7/282:00 pm
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1 stop27h 30m
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Tue 8/114:25 am
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1 stop17h 15m
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Deal found 3/23$729
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Wed 8/194:30 pm
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Wed 9/212:50 pm
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Deal found 3/21$767
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 10/612:00 pm
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Tue 10/209:00 am
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Deal found 3/24$777

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$689
(Delta)

One-way from

$471
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$806
From Los Angeles to Istanbul
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($231 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 March 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

6:00 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 5/11

5:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$723

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 4/13

9:00 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 5/4

4:25 am-11:40 am

1 stop17h 15m

$894

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 9/8

4:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 9/21

1:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$911

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 9/8

4:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 9/23

1:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$911

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Mon 9/21

4:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 10/8

1:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$911

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

6:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 5/26

5:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$913

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

3:40 pm-3:30 am

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 5/14

6:00 am-8:41 pm

2 stops24h 41m

$933

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/15

8:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 00m

$941

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Sat 9/5

4:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop33h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 9/18

1:35 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop34h 25m

$951

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

4:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 5/24

4:25 am-11:40 am

1 stop17h 15m

$973

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul (average of $513). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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 LAX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 March 26, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Istanbul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 20% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 162 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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 March 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,LOT, andTurkish Airlines from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 14 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    Delta, KLM, and Qatar Airways can get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul in just under 20h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 20m. Los Angeles and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 6831 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, LOT ($511), Lufthansa ($516), and Qatar Airways ($526) offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Users have found that LOT is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $390. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul are Uzbekistan Airways (70%), Thai Airways (70%) and Pakistan International Airlines (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul? While on average our users pay $2,428, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $493. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul), is priced around $689.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Frankfurt am Main travelers tend to visit Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle more than anywhere else. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $47.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus are currently the most popular points of interest in London at the moment. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus are located about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in London can rent a car from London Heathrow for about $33 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Amsterdam?

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time at De Dam, Anne Frank Huis, and Museumplein. De Dam, Anne Frank Huis and Museumplein are located about 7.0 mi, 6.8 mi, and 6.0 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Amsterdam Schiphol for about $42 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul (average of $513). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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 Los Angeles to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 March 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$511Average$899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$516Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$526Average$944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$553Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$559Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$1,208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$572Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$603Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$654Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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