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$575+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles (LAX)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Los Angeles are usually found in February or January, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 September 11, 2025.

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$575
(British Airways)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$702

Good round-trip deal

$687 or less

Good one-way deal

$641 or less
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/225:35 pmIST - LAX
1 stop29h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 12/211:15 amLAX - IST
2 stops19h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/11$575
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:55 pmIST - LAX
1 stop34h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 10/11:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop25h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/9$576
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/127:00 amIST - LAX
1 stop23h 05mLOT
Thu 4/910:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop15h 45mLOT
Deal found 9/9$577
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/293:00 pmIST - LAX
1 stop16h 20mLOT
Tue 3/175:15 pmLAX - IST
1 stop21h 25mLOT
Deal found 9/10$578
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/94:20 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 00mKLM
Sat 4/43:25 pmLAX - IST
1 stop26h 00mKLM
Deal found 9/9$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 12/117:35 amIST - LAX
2 stops23h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/157:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop17h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 12/103:00 pmIST - LAX
1 stop16h 20mLOT
Wed 12/1710:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop15h 20mLOT
Deal found 9/11$586
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/3012:10 pmIST - LAX
2 stops61h 10mLOT
Wed 3/1811:20 pmLAX - IST
1 stop15h 20mLOT
Deal found 9/10$590
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2311:15 amIST - LAX
2 stops37h 20mLOT
Thu 4/910:05 pmLAX - IST
1 stop29h 00mLOT
Deal found 9/10$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 10/137:00 amIST - LAX
1 stop17h 35mLOT
Wed 4/84:35 pmLAX - IST
1 stop21h 15mLOT
Deal found 9/9$595

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 10/22

5:35 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

11:35 am-5:30 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$575

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 10/22

5:35 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

11:15 am-5:45 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$575

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

3:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 25m

$576

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 11/7

8:10 am-10:27 pm

2 stops25h 17m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

1:05 pm-12:50 am

2 stops24h 45m

$581

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 3/4

4:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/9

2:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$613

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Fri 11/28

6:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

4:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$634

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 11/11

4:50 am-6:35 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/18

1:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$656

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 11/3

4:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$632

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Wed 11/5

4:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$632

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 2/23

4:50 am-4:05 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$632

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 IST to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, Turkish Airlines, and American Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles. 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,385 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Istanbul?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Istanbul. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    British Airways and KLM can get you from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles in just under 28h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h. The distance between Istanbul Airport and Los Angeles is about 6832 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    KLM, at $447, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air France and American Airlines. KLM is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    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 Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles on time: Thai Airways (78%), Pakistan International Airlines (78%), Uzbekistan Airways (75%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,576 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $630 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $495.

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

    Most of the time, Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights that have layovers will stop in London.

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

    If you're on a layover in London and looking for things to do, consider visiting Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, or Piccadilly Circus. Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 13.7 mi, and 14.1 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $41.

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

    Flights departing from Istanbul Airport and landing in Los Angeles layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 9 airlines flying from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$447Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$453Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$489Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LOTCheapest$493Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
British AirwaysCheapest$493Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$597Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$618Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$699Average$858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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