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$401+ 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IST
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Turkey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Turkey flight deals. Data was last updated January 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$530
(oojo)

One-way from

$401
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$752

Good round-trip deal

$767 or less

Good one-way deal

$548 or less
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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 January 15, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Wed 2/48:05 am
SNA
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2 stops22h 20m
British Airways
Wed 2/187:35 am
IST
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SNA
2 stops25h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$530
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 2/21:54 pm
SNA
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IST
2 stops40h 51m
British Airways
Tue 2/247:35 am
IST
-
SNA
2 stops35h 58m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$535
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/242:15 pm
LAX
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IST
2 stops40h 50m
Lufthansa
Tue 4/73:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/14$540
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 4/288:15 am
LAX
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IST
2 stops31h 50m
Lufthansa
Thu 5/71:55 pm
IST
-
LAX
2 stops20h 03m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/13$541
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/2510:00 pm
LAX
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1 stop16h 25m
British Airways
Thu 4/28:15 am
IST
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LAX
2 stops23h 53m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/206:20 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 30m
Delta
Tue 2/174:50 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop24h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$543
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/251:40 pm
ONT
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IST
2 stops23h 05m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/303:45 am
IST
-
ONT
2 stops28h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/13$544
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/213:25 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop25h 25m
Delta
Wed 2/184:50 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop22h 15m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Tue 1/277:16 am
ONT
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IST
2 stops23h 29m
American Airlines
Thu 2/57:35 am
IST
-
ONT
2 stops26h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$545
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 1/219:05 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop19h 45m
Delta
Mon 2/235:55 pm
IST
-
LAX
1 stop28h 50m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$545
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sun 2/154:32 pm
SNA
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IST
2 stops21h 18m
British Airways
Sun 3/18:20 am
IST
-
SNA
2 stops24h 19m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$545
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 4/81:27 pm
ONT
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IST
2 stops21h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 4/155:40 am
IST
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ONT
2 stops22h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/13$546

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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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Turkey that are best for you.

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Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/4

8:05 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 2/18

7:35 am-9:39 pm

2 stops25h 04m

$530

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/1

4:32 pm-12:25 am

2 stops21h 53m

Istanbul

Thu 4/30

8:05 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops36h 02m

$530

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/2

1:54 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops40h 51m

Istanbul

Tue 2/24

7:35 am-8:33 am

2 stops35h 58m

$535

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/7

11:42 am-12:50 am

2 stops50h 08m

Istanbul

Tue 2/17

2:55 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops41h 44m

$536

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Wed 1/28

3:25 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 2/23

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

$545

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 3/16

8:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 4/9

5:40 am-12:27 am

2 stops28h 47m

$545

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 4/29

11:05 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

5:40 am-5:47 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$546

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 3/25

6:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

5:40 am-6:02 pm

2 stops22h 22m

$546

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Tue 4/28

7:00 am-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

5:40 am-5:47 pm

2 stops22h 07m

$546

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

12:00 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops18h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 2/26

6:30 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 55m

$546

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Best time to book a flight from California to Turkey

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Turkey (average of $514). Flying from California to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of $748). 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 January 15, 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 4% versus a flight at noon.

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 May 18, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Turkey 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 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 January 15, 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).

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 $530, British Airways can have you in Turkey from California in 22h 20m. There are 6835 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 SAUDIA. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $385. Users have also found prices from $396 and $437 on Lufthansa and KLM, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Turkey (average of $514). Flying from California to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of $748). 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$513Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$520Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$556Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$559Average$1,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$561Average$1,164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
American AirlinesCheapest$575Average$1,043FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$604Average$632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$612Average$1,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$614Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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