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$562+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul

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LAX — IST
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/145:42 pm
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IST
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Delta
Fri 8/216:00 am
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Delta
Deal found 5/4$745
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/26:05 pm
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Sun 8/236:00 am
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Delta
Deal found 5/4$750
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/36:25 pm
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Mon 8/246:00 am
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2 stops19h 47m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$751
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/136:05 pm
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Sun 8/236:00 am
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Delta
Deal found 5/4$791
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/299:30 am
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2 stops22h 25m
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Sat 11/75:55 pm
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1 stop28h 50m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/106:25 pm
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Sat 10/315:55 pm
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2 stops32h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/4$801
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/289:59 am
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2 stops21h 56m
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Sat 11/75:55 pm
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2 stops32h 27m
Delta
Deal found 5/5$819
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/24:45 pm
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Fri 8/216:00 am
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Deal found 5/4$823
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/13:15 pm
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Sat 8/225:20 pm
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Deal found 5/4$825
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Thu 9/104:20 pm
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Qatar Airways
Wed 9/308:05 pm
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Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4$831
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Tue 11/173:10 pm
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Tue 11/241:40 pm
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Deal found 5/7$863
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/33:10 pm
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Deal found 5/6$864

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 May 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$745
(Delta)

One-way from

$562
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,136
From Los Angeles to Istanbul
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($259 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 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 May 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 8/3

6:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$931

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 7/30

3:15 pm-3:30 am

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 8/16

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 45m

$998

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

1:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 6/11

8:50 am-2:45 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$1,049
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

1:50 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 6/7

8:50 am-2:45 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$1,050

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 7/3

3:15 pm-3:30 am

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 8/20

4:25 am-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$1,053

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

1:50 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 6/8

4:25 am-6:35 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,054

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

1:50 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 5/28

4:25 am-6:35 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$1,054

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

6:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 6/15

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$1,055

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 7/29

5:35 pm-3:30 am

2 stops23h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-8:00 pm

2 stops24h 00m

$1,074

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - SAW

LAXSAW

Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

4:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 6/2

8:50 am-2:45 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$1,076

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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?

Booking 39 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul (average of $919). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,654). 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 May 8, 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 17% 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.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 May 8, 2026.

The most flights from LAX to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (11 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 Los Angeles to Istanbul?

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul delayed?

About 12% 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 12% 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 May 8, 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.

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 11 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 15 different airlines.

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

    Delta and KLM can get you from Los Angeles to Istanbul in just under 21h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 55m. Los Angeles and Istanbul are separated by a distance of 6868 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 ($508), Lufthansa ($515), 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 (79%), Thai Airways (78%) and Turkish Airlines (78%).

  • 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 $2,418, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $531. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Istanbul), is priced around $691.

  • 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 $43.

  • 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 $38 per day.

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

    Most Paris visitors opt to spend their time at Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum. Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées and Louvre Museum are located about 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi, respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Paris Charles de Gaulle for about $44 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul (average of $919). Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,654). 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 May 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$508Average$880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$515Average$746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$526Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$553Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$558Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$572Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$603Average$924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$653Average$1,020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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