How many flights depart from California to Istanbul on average per week?

137 flights are operational weekly from California to Istanbul as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 75% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

On average, it takes 13h to fly from California to Istanbul if you fly out of San Francisco (the most popular airport in California) and into Istanbul Airport (the most popular airport in Istanbul). If you’re flying out of Los Angeles and into Istanbul Airport, then the flight time is around 13h 10m.

How many flights depart from California to Istanbul on average per day?

As of August 2025, there are 19 flights per day flying from California to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 52% of flights taking off in the evening.

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?

As of August 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from 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.

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Nov 9

SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

25h 00m

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IST4:50 amIstanbul

19h 45m

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Nov 9

SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco

25h 00m

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22h 10m

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Sep 22

SJC6:20 pmSan Jose

36h 50m

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IST9:45 amIstanbul

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Sep 4

SJC6:20 pmSan Jose

36h 50m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, February 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 $827. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $938.

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 $935. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Saturday is $1,083.

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 at noon when prices are $1,034 on average. Flights to Istanbul from California at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $1,074 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 $1,005 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$192
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The best one-way flight to Istanbul from California in the past 72 hours is $192. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $543.

The fastest flight from California to Istanbul takes 13h 00m

Direct flights go from California to Istanbul every day.

There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

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Prices for flights from California to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.
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As of August 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from 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.

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IndiGo	PriceFrom $567	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 479 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Delta	PriceFrom $621	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,979 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $627	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,920 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $628	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,107 reviews	Search LOT flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $660	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,317 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $671	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,265 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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Air France	PriceFrom $680	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,467 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $725	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,943 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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 $935. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Saturday is $1,083.

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What cabin class options are available on California to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

How many flights depart from California to Istanbul on average per day?

As of August 2025, there are 19 flights per day flying from California to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 52% of flights taking off in the evening.

How many flights depart from California to Istanbul on average per week?

137 flights are operational weekly from California to Istanbul as of August 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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