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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles (IST-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 13 Jan
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5:55 p.m. - 11:45 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
28h 50m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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7:00 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
22h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 988Delta
Tue, 22 Sep - Thu, 5 Nov
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6:00 a.m. - 8:01 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
24h 01m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:15 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
22h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 994Delta
Sun, 20 Sep - Tue, 20 Oct
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5:20 p.m. - 11:50 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
28h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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2:00 p.m. - 3:30 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
27h 30m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 997Delta
Tue, 6 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
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6:00 a.m. - 8:40 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
24h 40m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Minneapolis St Paul
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1:50 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
16h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 999Delta
Fri, 23 Oct - Mon, 26 Apr
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4:25 a.m. - 12:21 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
29h 56m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:50 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
16h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,000Delta
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 16 Mar
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4:25 a.m. - 12:21 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
29h 56m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:50 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
16h 05m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,001Delta
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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7:15 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
27h 35m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Salt Lake City
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10:20 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
19h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Amsterdam Schiphol
C$ 1,003Delta
Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 12 Oct
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4:25 a.m. - 6:44 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
24h 19m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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6:25 p.m. - 3:30 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
23h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,004Delta
Sun, 20 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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7:15 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
25h 20m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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3:20 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
15h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
C$ 1,005Delta
Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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2:55 p.m. - 1:25 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles
33h 30m1 stop London Heathrow
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8:50 p.m. - 1:50 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-IST Istanbul
30h 00m1 stop London Heathrow
C$ 1,010British Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles start at C$ 988. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 979 to C$ 1,330. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 988 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles and is 2% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 2% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles at C$ 1,025 round-trip.
  • July (C$ 1,549) and August (C$ 1,541) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 10% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

Key details for Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

C$ 917
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)
Flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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Your Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights:

    • Thai Airways: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Airport and Los Angeles.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air New Zealand: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Thai Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 897 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to C$ 1,159 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 102–C$ 138 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and IndiGo. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 13% of one-stop connections

    London Heathrow (LHR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,102 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 1,152, a difference of C$ 50. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 41 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Los Angeles Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 9:50 pm
    • Latest: departs at 2:30 pm and lands at 4:20 am.

    The flight takes about 13h 50m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 0% above the route average of C$ 1,123. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles take?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles takes 13h 50m, covering 17,693 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 988 to C$ 8,182. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 933, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Turkish Airlines's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Turkish Airlines is the only airline operating Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights. 85% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Paris Orly (ORY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 19h 37m, compared with 19h 38m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 19h 42m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 10 hours behind Istanbul Airport (Pacific Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 5 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles range from C$ 979 to C$ 1,330, with an average of C$ 1,123 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 979 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 1,102 – about C$ 50 less than Sunday (4% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 10% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 1,025 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 524 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kastrup Copenhagen Airport (CPH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 897 round-trip on this route – about C$ 261 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Los Angeles

Monday

Turkish Airlines

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Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

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Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

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