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$454+ 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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Feb 27 — Mar 61
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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 January 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/33:00 pm
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1 stop20h 45m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/107:00 pm
IST
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LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$540
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Mon 2/233:00 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop15h 55m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/27:00 pm
IST
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LAX
1 stop29h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$542
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/85:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Wed 4/155:40 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop17h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$543
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/295:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Tue 5/123:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$545
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/135:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Mon 4/203:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$549
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 4/295:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Wed 5/63:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$551
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/262:20 pm
LAX
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IST
2 stops21h 25m
Lufthansa
Fri 3/66:30 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop17h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$554
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/94:00 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop20h 45m
Lufthansa
Mon 3/237:00 pm
IST
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LAX
2 stops31h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$555
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/155:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Mon 4/273:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$556
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 4/275:30 pm
LAX
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IST
1 stop22h 35m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/43:45 am
IST
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LAX
1 stop21h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$557
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2510:19 am
LAX
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IST
2 stops27h 06m
British Airways
Wed 3/46:45 pm
IST
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LAX
1 stop32h 05m
British Airways
Deal found 1/27$558
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/81:30 pm
SNA
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2 stops19h 35m
British Airways
Wed 4/158:15 am
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SNA
2 stops24h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/25$560

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 January 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$540
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$454
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$748

Good round-trip deal

$753 or less

Good one-way deal

$529 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Turkey that are best for you.

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OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Thu 2/26

1:40 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

6:30 am-10:36 pm

2 stops26h 06m

$577

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Mon 2/23

1:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 3/2

6:30 am-7:54 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$577

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 4/8

5:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 4/15

5:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$577

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 5/6

1:30 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops21h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

1:55 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops19h 04m

$577

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Sun 5/3

11:53 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops27h 07m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

1:55 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops20h 04m

$578

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Mon 3/30

6:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 4/8

4:25 am-4:04 pm

2 stops21h 39m

$585

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/10

1:30 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 4/17

8:10 am-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$612

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Thu 4/2

8:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop29h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 4/7

8:15 am-6:25 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$614

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 4/15

1:27 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops21h 58m

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

5:50 am-5:47 pm

2 stops21h 57m

$628

Los AngelesIstanbul

LAX - IST

LAXIST

Los Angeles

Fri 4/10

4:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 4/20

5:20 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop31h 25m

$633

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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 September is currently the most expensive (average of $742). 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 28, 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 28, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to TR0 are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 $612, United Airlines can have you in Turkey from California in 19h 30m. 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 Lufthansa. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $396. Users have also found prices from $437 and $458 on KLM and British 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, 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 September is currently the most expensive (average of $742). 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 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LOTCheapest$511Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$518Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$530Average$1,010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$556Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$559Average$1,024FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$560Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$594Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$604Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$612Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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