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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,245. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 5,723 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,723, select.
Istanbul.R 5,891 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,891, select.
Istanbul.R 6,177 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,177, select.
Istanbul.R 6,412 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Mar.One-way flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 21 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,412, select.
Istanbul.R 6,417 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Feb.One-way flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,417, select.
Istanbul.R 6,452 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 Jan.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 24 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,452, select.
Istanbul.R 6,480 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,480, select.
Istanbul.R 6,555 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,555, select.
Istanbul.R 6,619 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,619, select.
Istanbul.R 7,243 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 May.One-way flight with Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 17 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,243, select.
Istanbul.R 7,369 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Jul.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,369, select.
Istanbul.R 9,080 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,080, select.
Istanbul.R 10,211 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,211, select.
Istanbul.R 10,459 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,459, select.
Istanbul.R 10,528 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,528, select.
Istanbul.R 10,530 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,530, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 7,369
Aug
from R 5,723
Sep
from R 6,619
Oct
from R 5,891
Nov
from R 6,177
Dec
from R 6,480
Jan
from R 6,452
Feb
from R 6,417
Mar
from R 6,412
Apr
from R 6,555
May
from R 7,243
Jun
from R 9,080

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Alternative Los Angeles to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from R 6,168
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from R 5,723
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Los Angeles to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,723
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time13 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineUzbekistan Airways
Average flights per week65

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul is R 13,363. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Istanbul.
Uzbekistan Airways, IndiGo and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Istanbul.
As of July 2026, there are 576 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul is usually August.
If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from R 13,363.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul on Monday, 17 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Condor. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines.

Flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Los Angeles. Check out your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

  • When landing in Istanbul, Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) are the chief entry points.

  • The average length of a direct Los Angeles to Istanbul flight is 13 hours 10 minutes.

  • Istanbul is 11 hours ahead of Los Angeles and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • The busiest route for flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Istanbul Airport (IST). Take your pick of 15 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from LAX to IST is the 00:10 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 19:55 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your Los Angeles to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul

  • Book 11 months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Los Angeles to Istanbul flights.

  • The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Los Angeles to Istanbul is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Los Angeles to Istanbul flights.

Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • You can book a direct flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul jetting off from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Start your trip at LAX and arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST).

  • Reserve your Los Angeles to Istanbul plane tickets with Turkish Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from LAX.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Denver International Airport (DEN)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Madrid Airport (MAD)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • 80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from LAX.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Reserve a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and see more of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

  • Central Istanbul is around 31 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • After your flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in March.

  • Book a Los Angeles to Istanbul ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul, browse our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Hagia Sophia, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum are top sights which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.

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