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

Historically, approximately 12.1% of flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed across the trailing 90 days is 2. This suggests that travelers should anticipate at least one connection for this route.

How many hours is the flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

A direct flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul typically takes around 13 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 11002 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, on average, have a longer duration, with a median flight time of 19 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

How often do Los Angeles to Istanbul flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Los Angeles to Istanbul route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices consistently can be beneficial for securing a more favorable deal.

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Los Angeles to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

For those looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $717. May is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $853, while March presents another option with a median fare of $1032. These months typically offer more competitive pricing compared to other times of the year.

Fares for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul typically range from $1001–$1418, with a median price of $1223. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are not always easy to find. However, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting that consistent monitoring can help you secure a better price.

When flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 12.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2, so you should expect at least two stops on most journeys.

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Istanbul, including connections, takes approximately 34h 30m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route, which covers a significant distance and often involves multiple layovers to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Regular price: $770 - $1,448

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 $770 and $1448. The current lowest deal is $721 with Turkish Airlines for travel from Oct 11-Oct 25.

now $721

Low $770

High $1,448

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

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$904

$731

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$946

$730

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$1,005

$739

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$912

$729

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$907

$730

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$898

$732

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$1,138 → $743

35%

9 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 19

$1,105 → $743

33%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,088 → $734

33%

14 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 19

$1,077 → $729

32%

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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 3% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 34h 30m

Flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul typically take 34h 30m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 12.1% of flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul are frequent.

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

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$854

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1096. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $1342. Conversely, booking 60+ days out also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $1236, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul is considered a good deal if the price is at or below $1001. The median price for this route has been $1223. Prices tend to increase significantly beyond this threshold, with 75% of prices observed being $1418 or higher.

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 $1223, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Los Angeles to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Regular price: $770 - $1,448

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 $770 and $1448. The current lowest deal is $721 with Turkish Airlines for travel from Oct 11-Oct 25.

now $721

Low $770

High $1,448

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul

April

Cheapest

Flights from $717

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,361

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$904

$731

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$946

$730

One-way

Fri, Sep 25

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$1,005

$739

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$912

$729

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$907

$730

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Istanbul

Los Angeles (LAX) - Istanbul (IST)

Turkish Airlines

$898

$732

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$1,138 → $743

35%

9 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 19

$1,105 → $743

33%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$1,088 → $734

33%

14 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 19

$1,077 → $729

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul