How many flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 7.4% of flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles were non-stop. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that the majority of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

The typical direct flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles covers a distance of 11002 km and has a median duration of 13 hours and 45 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 20 hours and 15 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How often do Istanbul to Los Angeles flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Istanbul to Los Angeles route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for those looking to travel this route.

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2026-11-13 – 2026-11-27
IST - Los Angeles
91% AI deal score
$705
$533
Round trip
2026-12-01 – 2026-12-05
IST - Los Angeles
94% AI deal score
$930
$533
Round trip
2026-10-14 – 2026-10-19
IST - Los Angeles
91% AI deal score
$777
$568
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2026-11-05 – 2026-11-10
IST - Los Angeles
81% AI deal score
$739
$663
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2026-09-24 – 2026-09-27
IST - Los Angeles
84% AI deal score
$829
$681
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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-28
IST - Los Angeles
79% AI deal score
$709
$681
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-23
IST - Los Angeles
79% AI deal score
$699
$681
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-21
IST - Los Angeles
81% AI deal score
$729
$681
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2026-10-01 – 2026-10-06
IST - Los Angeles
84% AI deal score
$795
$681
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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-13
IST - Los Angeles
81% AI deal score
$733
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Istanbul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Right now, only 6% of recent fares from Istanbul to Los Angeles are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $908–$1332, with a median of $1161. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles? The data indicates that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $725. Following closely, May offers a median fare of $736, and July presents a median of $861. These months stand out as the best times to find lower prices for this long-haul journey.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Los Angeles takes about 40h 57m, including connections. This route is characterized by connecting flights, as most itineraries connect at least once. When connections are necessary, the median number of stopovers is 2, which significantly contributes to the overall travel time.

The distance between Istanbul and Los Angeles is 11002 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This substantial distance means that direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles are less common, with only 7.4% of recent fares being non-stop. Most travelers should expect to include connections in their itinerary when flying this route.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Regular price: $624 - $891

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles is typically between $624 and $891. The current lowest deal is $533 with LOT Polish Airlines, for travel from November 13 to November 27.

now $533

Low $624

High $891

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles is April, with a median price of $725. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1403. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $725

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,403

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$921

$716

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$918

$716

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$930

$716

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

KLM

$829

$681

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air France

$781

$685

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air France

$699

$681

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 5

$930 → $533

43%

4 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 30

$955 → $722

24%

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

$799 → $570

29%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$904 → $681

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Istanbul - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Los Angeles are near the typical level, with a median of $1161.

📅 Best time to fly

April offers the lowest median prices

Historically, April offers the lowest median prices at $725, followed by May at $736.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 40h 57m

The median flight time for Istanbul to Los Angeles is 40 hours 57 minutes, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 7.4% direct flights historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights on the Istanbul to Los Angeles route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary option for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$506

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major gateway to Los Angeles, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$505

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, with easier terminal navigation.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,021

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From IST

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Jan 28

Los Angeles, United States

94% AI deal score

$5,074

$2,738

Save $2,336

Royal Air Maroc

Business Class

From IST

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Dec 12

Los Angeles, United States

92% AI deal score

$4,413

$2,769

Save $1,644

Royal Air Maroc

Business Class

From IST

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Mar 03

Los Angeles, United States

92% AI deal score

$4,559

$3,000

Save $1,559

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From IST

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Nov 23

Los Angeles, United States

91% AI deal score

$3,671

$2,738

Save $933

Royal Air Maroc

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 25

Los Angeles, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,480

$1,980

Save $500

KLM

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 24

Los Angeles, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,480

$1,993

Save $487

KLM

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Oct 23

Los Angeles, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,557

$1,996

Save $561

KLM

Business Class

From IST

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Nov 04

Los Angeles, United States

91% AI deal score

$2,565

$1,996

Save $569

KLM

Business Class

From IST

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Nov 09

Los Angeles, United States

90% AI deal score

$3,480

$2,766

Save $714

Royal Air Maroc

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Nov 26

Los Angeles, United States

90% AI deal score

$3,492

$2,769

Save $723

Royal Air Maroc

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Jan 20

Los Angeles, United States

90% AI deal score

$5,038

$3,506

Save $1,532

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Jan 07

Los Angeles, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,980

$3,697

Save $1,283

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $904. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices increase to an average of $1004. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 60+ days out were considerably more expensive, averaging $1247.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles was considered to be $908. The median price for this route was $1161. Prices generally increased beyond this, with 75% of fares observed at $1332 or higher during the same 90-day period.

Historically, April and May have been the cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles, with median prices of $725 and $736 respectively. July also offered competitive prices, with a median of $861. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price for the route, which stood at $1161.

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Istanbul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Regular price: $624 - $891

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

now $533

Low $624

High $891

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

April

Cheapest

Flights from $725

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,403

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$921

$716

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$918

$716

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$930

$716

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

KLM

$829

$681

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air France

$781

$685

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Los Angeles

Istanbul (IST) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Air France

$699

$681

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 5

$930 → $533

43%

4 nights

Dec 26 - Dec 30

$955 → $722

24%

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

$799 → $570

29%

7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$904 → $681

25%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Istanbul - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Los Angeles are near the typical level, with a median of $1161.

📅 Best time to fly

April offers the lowest median prices

Historically, April offers the lowest median prices at $725, followed by May at $736.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 40h 57m

The median flight time for Istanbul to Los Angeles is 40 hours 57 minutes, typically with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 7.4% direct flights historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights on the Istanbul to Los Angeles route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary option for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$506

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major gateway to Los Angeles, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$505

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, with easier terminal navigation.

Los Angeles, United States

90% AI deal score

$4,980

$3,697

Save $1,283

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Today’s best flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Istanbul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Istanbul - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

April offers the lowest median prices

Median flight time is 40h 57m

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

Jan 28

Dec 12

Mar 03

Nov 23

Dec 25

Dec 24

Oct 23

Nov 04

Nov 09

Nov 26

Jan 20

Jan 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

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

How much should a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

How many flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles are non-stop?

What's the flight time from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

How often do Istanbul to Los Angeles flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Istanbul

Flights to Los Angeles from other cities

Istanbul to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Los Angeles

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Istanbul - Los Angeles route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

April offers the lowest median prices

Median flight time is 40h 57m

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

Best Elite deals to Los Angeles

Jan 28

Dec 12

Mar 03

Nov 23

Dec 25

Dec 24

Oct 23

Nov 04

Nov 09

Nov 26

Jan 20

Jan 07

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

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

How much should a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles?