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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul (IST)

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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$1,045 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,045, select.
Istanbul.$1,054 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Fri, 30 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,054, select.
Istanbul.$1,054 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,054, select.
Istanbul.$1,054 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,054, select.
Istanbul.$1,054 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Jul, returning Tue, 22 Jul.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,054, select.
Istanbul.$1,055 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,055, select.
Istanbul.$1,055 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,055, select.
Istanbul.$1,055 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,055, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from $1,132
Jun
from $1,072
Jul
from $1,054
Aug
from $1,078
Sep
from $1,054
Oct
from $1,045
Nov
from $1,055
Dec
from $1,054
Jan
from $1,054
Feb
from $1,070
Mar
from $1,138
Apr
from $1,564

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Istanbul

Los Angeles International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Los Angeles to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,045
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time13 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineUzbekistan Airways
Average flights per week61

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Istanbul is $1,045. 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 14 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Istanbul.
Uzbekistan Airways, IndiGo and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Istanbul.
As of May 2025, there are 61 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 17 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 14 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.
Currently, Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Around 13 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • You can choose from 19 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 13:05 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 19:55.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your LAX to IST flight.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Flying into Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Turkish Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between LAX and IST include:

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • London Heathrow Airport

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • $453 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,045. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To secure cheap tickets from LAX to IST, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure date.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LAX to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • 81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from LAX.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Los Angeles to Istanbul

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