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Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Los Angeles to Istanbul

November 4 - November 11

Cheapest

LAX - Istanbul

$919

$693

Round trip

December 1 - December 15

Cheapest
Best

LAX - Istanbul

$1,064

$693

Round trip

November 4 - November 18

LAX - Istanbul

$927

$695

Round trip

November 11 - November 18

LAX - Istanbul

$918

$695

Round trip

November 9 - November 16

LAX - Istanbul

$918

$695

Round trip

November 4 - November 12

LAX - Istanbul

$916

$695

Round trip

November 3 - November 17

LAX - Istanbul

$927

$697

Round trip

November 8 - November 26

LAX - Istanbul

$923

$697

Round trip

November 2 - November 18

Earliest

LAX - Istanbul

$925

$700

Round trip

November 5 - November 18

LAX - Istanbul

$925

$743

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $717. May also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $853, followed by March at $1032. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel on this route.
Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul typically range from $898–$1373, with a median price of $1152. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require flexibility. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.
Most itineraries for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul connect at least once, with only 14.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which can significantly extend travel time.
A typical journey from Los Angeles to Istanbul, including connections, takes approximately 34h 30m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights and the considerable distance between the two cities. Planning for a longer travel day is advisable given the typical number of stopovers.
The route from Los Angeles to Istanbul covers a significant distance of 11002 km, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This substantial distance contributes to the extended flight times and the common necessity for connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Regular price: $807 - $1,441

Prices for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul is between $807 and $1,441. The current lowest deal is $693 with Deutsche Luft Hansa, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 11.

now $693

Low $807

High $1,441

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul is April, with a median price of $717. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1361. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $717

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,361

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Direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$926

$843

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Qatar Airways

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$919

$857

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Qatar Airways

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$931

$842

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Qatar Airways

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$919

$849

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Qatar Airways

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$922

$857

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Qatar Airways

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Qatar Airways

$923

$857

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

$1,064  →  $693

35%

14 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 20

$1,071  →  $754

30%

14 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 17

$1,110  →  $863

22%

14 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 18

$927  →  $695

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Los Angeles - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Los Angeles to Istanbul are above the typical level, with a median price of $1152.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul, with a median price of $717.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically long-haul with 2 stopovers.

Flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul are typically long-haul, lasting 34h 30m with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals appear frequently on this route.

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights.

Turkish Airlines is an airline offering direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider flights with multiple stopovers.

Only 14.6% of deals are direct, so consider flights with multiple stopovers for more options.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Fly from Los Angeles International for direct and connecting flights to Istanbul.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$693

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$693

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides an alternative arrival airport for your trip to Istanbul from Los Angeles.

📍 ~50 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$850

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Esenboğa International can be a useful alternative due to its extensive flight network and reliable services.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train connection).

💸 Flights from ~$926

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes offers extensive European connections and high reliability as an alternative arrival airport.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (travel usually requires a separate domestic leg).

💸 Flights from ~$966

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir is an alternative for travelers heading to the southern Marmara region or Istanbul's Asian side.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (accessible via Osmangazi Bridge or ferry services).

💸 Flights from ~$1353

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

Burgas is the closest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for travelers with valid travel documents for Bulgaria.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires crossing an international land border).

💸 Flights from ~$865

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the best deals for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $1096. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees higher prices, averaging $1342. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out have an average price of $1236, which is still higher than the optimal window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good deal for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul is considered to be $898 or less. The median price for this route has been $1152. Prices can go up to $1373 or more for the higher end of the market. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $898 threshold to secure a favorable fare.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul, with a median price of $717. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $853. The annual median price for this route is $1152, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. March, with a median price of $1032, is also among the more affordable options.