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$409+ Cheap flights from California to Turkey

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap flight deals from California to Turkey

Cheapest flights from California to Turkey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Turkey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 11/41:05 pm
SMF
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2 stops27h 00m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/164:45 am
IST
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SMF
2 stops45h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/30$879
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 10/2810:17 am
SMF
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IST
2 stops30h 48m
Lufthansa
Tue 11/104:45 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops29h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$889
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:40 am
SJC
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2 stops35h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/254:30 am
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SJC
2 stops28h 15m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/26$891
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:00 am
SMF
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IST
2 stops29h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/164:45 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops45h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$896
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 11/111:00 am
SMF
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IST
2 stops29h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/167:05 pm
IST
-
SMF
2 stops31h 16m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$899
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/111:00 am
SMF
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IST
2 stops29h 05m
Lufthansa
Thu 11/124:45 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops27h 25m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$906
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Wed 11/189:00 am
ONT
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2 stops26h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 11/256:30 am
IST
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ONT
2 stops26h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/26$910
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 11/411:00 am
SMF
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IST
3 stops24h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 11/136:30 am
IST
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SMF
2 stops28h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/28$912
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:00 am
SMF
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IST
2 stops29h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/167:05 pm
IST
-
SMF
2 stops31h 16m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$916
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/318:20 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops40h 25m
Lufthansa
Wed 11/186:30 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops19h 51m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$917
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/318:20 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops40h 25m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/164:45 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops45h 36m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$918
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 10/318:20 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops40h 25m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/167:05 pm
IST
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SMF
2 stops31h 16m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/28$920

Find flight deals from California to Turkey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Turkey flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$879
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$409
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,265

Good round-trip deal

$1,091 or less

Good one-way deal

$709 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Turkey 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 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Turkey that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 9/6

7:03 am-3:40 am

2 stops34h 37m

Istanbul

Sat 9/12

4:30 am-9:09 pm

2 stops26h 39m

$988

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 8/12

5:01 pm-1:20 am

2 stops22h 19m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$989

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 8/19

5:01 pm-1:20 am

2 stops22h 19m

Istanbul

Thu 8/27

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

$992

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/3

10:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 8/18

5:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$1,001

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Mon 11/2

4:04 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 41m

Istanbul

Wed 11/18

6:30 am-6:29 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$1,004

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 9/9

12:37 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 18m

Istanbul

Tue 9/22

5:40 am-8:45 pm

3 stops25h 05m

$1,015

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/8

8:25 pm-1:20 am

1 stop18h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-3:46 pm

2 stops19h 46m

$1,030

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/30

8:25 pm-1:20 am

1 stop18h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 8/17

5:20 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop35h 15m

$1,040

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 11/4

12:39 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops18h 31m

Istanbul

Wed 11/18

6:30 am-8:37 pm

3 stops25h 07m

$1,042

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 8/9

11:10 am-7:15 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

8:15 am-11:47 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$1,045

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Best time to book a flight from California to Turkey

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Turkey from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Turkey

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Turkey (average of $728). Flying from California to Turkey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 TR?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Turkey. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2026.

When flying from California to Turkey, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 16% versus a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from California to Turkey

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Turkey. 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 1, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to TR0 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 far ahead should I book a flight from California to Turkey?

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from California to Turkey. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Turkey?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Turkey. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Turkey flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Turkey. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Turkey?

    For as low as $989, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Turkey from California in 22h 19m. There are 6878 mi between California and Turkey. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Turkey one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $400. Users have also found prices from $437 and $451 on KLM and Qatar Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Turkey (average of $728). Flying from California to Turkey in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,492). 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 Turkey

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Turkey. 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$365Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LOTCheapest$508Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$515Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$526Average$1,009FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$532Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$553Average$861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$1,001FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$594Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EgyptairCheapest$602Average$1,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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