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Cheap flights from California to Istanbul from $430

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Delta Logo
5:50 pm - 3:30 am
LAS
-
IST
23h 40m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 6:35 pm
IST
-
LAS
22h 35m
1 stop
$670Delta
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
Delta Logo
1:15 pm - 4:20 pm
LAS
-
IST
17h 05m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 6:35 pm
IST
-
LAS
22h 35m
1 stop
$674Delta
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 3:30 am
LAS
-
IST
28h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 6:35 pm
IST
-
LAS
22h 35m
1 stop
$675Delta
Wed, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 14
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 4:20 pm
LAS
-
IST
20h 20m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:41 pm
IST
-
LAS
20h 41m
2 stops
$684Delta
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 15
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 3:40 am
SNA
-
IST
34h 25m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 10:29 pm
IST
-
SNA
27h 59m
2 stops
$882Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 3
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
-
IST
24h 55m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
-
SFO
20h 10m
1 stop
$890Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 10:45 pm
ONT
-
IST
23h 45m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 5:47 pm
IST
-
ONT
22h 17m
2 stops
$913United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 10
British Airways Logo
12:33 pm - 7:05 pm
ONT
-
IST
20h 32m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:15 am - 9:12 pm
IST
-
ONT
22h 57m
2 stops
$914British Airways
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 19
British Airways Logo
1:20 pm - 12:25 am
SNA
-
IST
25h 05m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
8:15 am - 7:35 pm
IST
-
SNA
21h 20m
2 stops
$944British Airways
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 19
Lufthansa Logo
1:18 pm - 4:55 pm
ONT
-
IST
17h 37m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 9:21 pm
IST
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ONT
25h 51m
2 stops
$945Lufthansa
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 25

Scandinavian Airlines flights from California to Istanbul

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on California to Istanbul flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 26
LAS6:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
35h 40m
2 stops
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Oct 11
IST4:30 amIstanbul
28h 18m
2 stops
LAS10:48 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$848
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 25
SNA7:15 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
34h 25m
2 stops
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Oct 3
IST4:30 amIstanbul
27h 59m
2 stops
SNA10:29 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$882
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 30
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Oct 14
IST4:30 amIstanbul
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$890

Qatar Airways flights from California to Istanbul

Our best Qatar Airways deals on California to Istanbul flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Sep 28
LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles
33h 35m
1 stop
IST11:55 amIstanbul
Oct 12
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 55m
1 stop
LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles
$856
Qatar Airways
Oct 1
LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles
33h 35m
1 stop
IST11:55 amIstanbul
Oct 15
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 55m
1 stop
LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles
$862
Qatar Airways
Sep 8
LAX4:20 pmLos Angeles
33h 35m
1 stop
IST11:55 amIstanbul
Sep 22
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 55m
1 stop
LAX2:00 pmLos Angeles
$863

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Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/8

5:50 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 7/14

6:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$670
Quickest round-trip

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/7

1:15 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 7/14

6:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$674

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/8

12:35 pm-3:30 am

2 stops28h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 7/14

6:00 am-6:35 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$675

Las VegasIstanbul

LAS - IST

LASIST

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/7

10:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 7/15

6:00 am-4:41 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$684

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 9/25

7:15 am-3:40 am

2 stops34h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 10/3

4:30 am-10:29 pm

2 stops27h 59m

$882

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 9/30

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 10/14

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$890

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Tue 10/27

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 11/10

6:30 am-5:47 pm

2 stops22h 17m

$913

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Wed 8/5

12:33 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops20h 32m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

8:15 am-9:12 pm

2 stops22h 57m

$914

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/5

1:20 pm-12:25 am

2 stops25h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

8:15 am-7:35 pm

2 stops21h 20m

$944

OntarioIstanbul

ONT - IST

ONTIST

Ontario

Tue 10/13

1:18 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops17h 37m

Istanbul

Wed 11/25

6:30 am-9:21 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$945

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Istanbul

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from California to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $739. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $754.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $876. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Friday is $1,031.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the morning. Flights from California to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $822. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $1,005 on average. Flights to Istanbul from California in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $970 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from California for as low as $871 on momondo.

Cheap California to Istanbul flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Istanbul

Fastest flight time

12h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The fastest flight from California to Istanbul takes 12h 15m
Direct flights go from California to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From California there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Istanbul

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Istanbul?

    Prices for flights from California to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Istanbul?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Istanbul?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Istanbul

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Rating
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Price
LOTPriceFrom $508Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,193 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $515Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,972 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $526Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,725 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $530Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,668 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $553Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,998 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $558Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,945 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $560Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,683 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $567Free CancellationRating
6.8
558 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $572Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,458 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $603Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,511 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Istanbul?

Finding the right flight to Istanbul from California is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Istanbul quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from California to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for California to Istanbul flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from California to Istanbul?

Once you have performed a search for California to Istanbul flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Istanbul from California. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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