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Flight deals from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 4,989 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,989, select.
Los Angeles.R 5,309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,309, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,047 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 13 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,047, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,075 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,075, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,443 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 7 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,443, select.
Los Angeles.R 7,600 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct.One-way flight with Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,600, select.
Los Angeles.R 8,139 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,139, select.
Los Angeles.R 8,171 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,171, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from R 7,047
May
from R 5,309
Jun
from R 4,989
Jul
from R 9,437
Aug
from R 8,171
Sep
from R 7,075
Oct
from R 7,600
Nov
from R 8,139
Dec
from R 7,443
Jan
from R 12,127
Feb
from R 11,669
Mar
from R 13,953

Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

Alternative Istanbul to Los Angeles routes

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

Istanbul to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,002
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time13 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week62

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

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles is R 9,930. 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 53 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Los Angeles.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Los Angeles.
As of April 2025, there are 992 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Istanbul, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,930.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles on Monday, 23 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 53 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
The cheapest airline that flies to Los Angeles is KLM. And the cheapest airline that flies to Burbank Airport is Turkish Airlines.

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

  • There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's primary hubs.

  • A direct flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles takes an average of 13 hours 58 minutes. The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, making it 10 hours behind Istanbul.

  • The most popular route for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Choose from 20 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to LAX is the 08:00 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 13:50 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You will need an embassy visa for United States if you hold a passport from Türkiye (Turkey) and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.

Flying from Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • You can get a direct flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles jetting off from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Begin your journey at IST and end it at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles with Turkish Airlines. This top carrier offers services from IST.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:

    • Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour and 45 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Split up your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Los Angeles include:

    • Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)

    • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

  • You can arrive at SAW from central Istanbul in approximately 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.

  • Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles, take things easy in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

Arriving in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to the centre of Los Angeles is around 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 54 minutes.

  • If you have a late flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near LAX:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • The centre of Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Once your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 34 minutes.

  • You can also travel by public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 41 minutes.

  • After your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles, tuck yourself in at a hotel near VNY. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles

  • R 4,989 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Return flights start from R 9,930. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from Istanbul to Los Angeles by booking at least 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Los Angeles is June. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Los Angeles. You don't need to look every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll tell you the moment the price changes.

  • Take advantage of filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • May is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Los Angeles in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.

More about Los Angeles

  • Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Los Angeles itinerary.

Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental

  • Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles. Whether you're after a compact ride, family sedan or something more luxurious, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Los Angeles

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