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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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5:05 pm - 11:50 amIST-LAX
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5:20 pm - 3:25 amLAX-IST
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$498KLM
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Thu, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 26
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5:05 pm - 11:50 amIST-LAX
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5:15 pm - 3:25 amLAX-IST
24h 10m1 stop
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Tue, Jun 3 - Sun, Aug 3
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8:25 pm - 5:35 pmIST-LAX
31h 10m1 stop
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1:25 pm - 6:50 pmLAX-IST
19h 25m1 stop
$524British Airways
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8:25 pm - 5:35 pmIST-LAX
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8:05 pm - 12:30 amLAX-IST
18h 25m1 stop
$537British Airways
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Fri, May 30 - Mon, Jun 9
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8:15 am - 9:51 pmIST-LAX
23h 36m2 stops
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5:05 pm - 12:30 amLAX-IST
21h 25m1 stop
$549American Airlines
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8:25 am - 11:12 pmIST-LAX
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8:05 pm - 1:05 amLAX-IST
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$577American Airlines
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Wed, Jun 18 - Tue, Jun 24
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6:10 am - 9:23 pmIST-LAX
25h 13m2 stops
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6:40 pm - 9:20 pmLAX-IST
16h 40m1 stop
$609United Airlines
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Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 17
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2:00 pm - 10:48 pmIST-LAX
18h 48m2 stops
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6:40 pm - 9:20 pmLAX-IST
16h 40m1 stop
$625United Airlines
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Wed, May 28 - Sun, Jun 29
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2:10 pm - 6:00 pmIST-LAX
13h 50mnonstop
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1:40 pm - 12:50 pmLAX-IST
13h 10mnonstop
$700Turkish Airlines
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2:10 pm - 6:00 pmIST-LAX
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$715Turkish Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles

 
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Expect lengthy waits at security during busy times. Arrive early and wear comfortable shoes for the long walk to gates.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Thursday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Istanbul Airport, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles is February, where tickets cost $552 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,064 and $893 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles, you should book around 5 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonMarch
High seasonJune
Cheapest flight$283
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Istanbul to Los Angeles 
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish AirlinesIST-LAXJan 2025
The lounge is very good at Istanbul airport. To experience it
AbdulFlew with Turkish AirlinesIST-LAXNov 2024
Turkish is the good air line to travel
fatmaFlew with Turkish AirlinesIST-LAXAug 2024
Relax and enjoy the weather. But for sure you will miss Turkish food and history.

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles was $283 for a one-way ticket and $498 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul Airport and Los Angeles.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles, Delta or KLM?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles are Delta and KLM. With an average price for the route of $675 and an overall rating of 8.0, Delta is the most popular choice. KLM is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $538 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul Airport and LAX can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $629 or less one-way and $743 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport 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

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +3 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +4 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Istanbul

Monday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Air New Zealand, IndiGo, +5 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Istanbul to Los Angeles

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1334 reviews
7.8Boarding
8.4Crew
7.2Food
7.1Entertainment
7.7Comfort
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I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

8.0 ExcellentShereen, Apr 2025AMS - YUL
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I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Cabin crew professional, polite and friendly, boarding was seemless, but come on KLM surely you can do better than a pack of cheesy biscuits as an inflight snack

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

Legroom not all it could be, especially when the seat in front is reclined. Otherwise it was good, food and beverage were nice.

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

They only had vegetarian food left on the flight which I wasn’t happy about. I didn’t get any food to eat at all.

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Wonderful and fast TSA checkpoint. The line was fast and our gate was close by

The gate was too far away for the connecting flight

Generally good. The aisles have gotten narrower which can slow down boarding. Flight crew was great! Healthier complimentary snacks would be appreciated. Due to earthquake in San Francisco we had to circle in air space for a bit but then had a smooth landing. I laud the flight crew for their patience ;)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

The agents was very rude and they charged me $50 for a carry-on bag saying that it was too big and then I saw someone going on a plane with the same size bag as me

For the most part united was a good experience, how ever when they came by with the snacks and water, they completely passed by my wife and I. As we were in separate rows. On a 5 hr flight we were not offered water

Fantastic crew. Flight was delayed at last minute but we were given updates every 20 minutes and the crew was so friendly and considerate. I miss the touch screens on the back of the seats, wish they would bring that back though.

Beijing PEK to SFO. I had an economy seat on this flight. The seat comfort was acceptable. My main complaint is with the FA’s lack of personality and absence from servicing the plane, specifically restroom care (I wish I could share a pic of the restroom that I captured) and care of travelers—drink cart/availability of drinks. I'm amazed at the level of service on other International travel where a passenger is most often appreciated.

The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

One of the best flights I have been on in a while.

Here's a sample answer: "Honestly, I was really impressed with Turkish Airlines, but if I had to suggest one area for improvement, it would be: - *More efficient boarding process*: I noticed that boarding took a bit longer than expected, which might be frustrating for passengers with tight connections.

Not worth pay business class and get service economy class

In this long haul flight, flight attendants never stopped moving and giving excellent service. Very impressive. Very comfortable seats and excellent food

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

Service and food were decent, seats are a bit too narrow. Leg room is normal. Bathroom should be cleaned more frequently. WiFi is cumbersome and should be simplified.

they have cancell the flight with no reasons, My parents were in the cold weather in the airport for 24 hours they did not give any hotel and food. I hate Turkish Airline, this is our last time that we ha ve chosen Turkish Airline.

Same as before boarding process and lack of crew experience in the process

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

Flight boarded from Gate 39 at OGG, the farthest gate in the terminal. There were no Hawaiian themed amenities for the flight. The first class service was mediocre at best; I received not special welcome or recognition as an executive platinum member of American Advantage program. The flight attendants were more concerned with their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as we disembarked. Fortunately, the flight arrived at LAX a few minutes early.

Bigger seats. Board back to front! Disembark front to back!

Plane was pretty clean, staff was friendly and helpful, flight left about on time arrived early. Took a long time to board and get off the plane - carry on items didn't have enough room so people had to move all around to find places.

Would have been good to have a meal since it was a 5.5 hour flight

Great thanks - a whole row to myself. Good food but film selection not great.

My boarding pass wouldn't pull up in the app very easily and had to really dig through my email. That caused a delay in TSA..

I liked the duration speed while in the air but that is is for positive things to say. The service was over 3 hours late, staff not very friendly (probably because they were also late to the destination), uncomfortable seats and disappointing food options

RE Food: Wish there was a choice for No Rating. Flew from Honolulu to Los Angeles on a Red-Eye flight (11:00 pm to 7:30 am). Other than a package of cookies with a beverage choice offered soon after take-off, and a beverage choice shortly before landing, no other food choices were offered. Everyone slept or rested for most of the trip. Nothing to rate. RE Entertainment: Everyone was sleeping most of the flight. Only saw one passenger watch about 30 minutes of entertainment on his iPad. I never attempted to access any entertainment options.

Baby cried a lot. Nothing anyone could do about it. Just part of flying.

Boarding is a mess. They never check group # so lots of people crowding in. Comfortable seats this flight. I had an empty seat next to me, very convenient. Food was really not good, but I was starved. The pizza snack thing was horrible. Crew was grand. They really make it enjoyable.

Too much long line at the TSA and Security. Prepare for long walk for baggage claim.

Crew very helpful and friendly. Food is so so. Main meal is not always the best. Did have a choice of a snack part way which was either a cookie, corn snack, or similar. Second kind of meal was basically like a pizza pastry that really wasn’t a favorite but probably a European snack? Screens and selections of movies, tv and such were good. No WI-Fi unless you buy so no free texting or such on the long flight but I think that might be any overseas flight.

The boarding process was quite loud and chaotic. The flight attendants kept barking over the PA system about people needing to only stow large items in the overhead bins. During the one and only service, I was hit by the service cart. At the same time, a passenger was returning from the bathroom and the crew definitely saw him but stopped a few seats short of allowing him to sit down before starting service and made him wait a good 10 minutes before passing his seat and allowing him to sit down, after which he had to ask for his snack and beverage or he would have been passed over. Neither flight attendant thanked passengers as they left; in fact, I did not see them again once the plane door was opened.

Flight Attendant Karen Lynn was an absolute delight. She assisted in every portion of the services provided throughout the flight, aided with any and all concerns expressed by passengers, and even helped comfort an upset child who was one of five of a traveling family. This quality of service is what keeps me coming back to American. Thank you!

The worst, flight cancelled because the aircraft was not full. Heathrow ground crew totally not helpful and arrogant. Lady proposed us flight with 40min layover instead of direct and said it is our problem of course she was unable to do anything as everything was beyond her control she claimed. after calling on hotline another flight was booked. Flight was cancelled last second so we could not take direct from Zurich but we had to stay overnight in London.

The seats in row 31 are terrible and small and uncomfortable. Don't ever sit there. The window seat is so close to the curve of the plane is so annoying. I paid extra for this seat and I hated all 10 hours in it.

Food was terrible , crew were excellent , IFE was dire . Overall comfortable seat and cabin. Nothing special .

If my tv wasn’t broken and I wasn’t in a seat that didn’t allow for sleeping

Delayed flight due to lack of crew caused me to miss my connection

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