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

As of November 2025, there are 15 flights per day flying from California to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 60% of flights taking off in the evening.

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 05m.

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and Lufthansa 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 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

105 flights are operational weekly from California to Istanbul as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Istanbul?

Lufthansa is the most popular carrier operating 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?

As of November 2025, there are 14 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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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 $825. 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 $858.

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 $909. 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 $1,073.

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 $1,033 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 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 $1,055 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 $981 on momondo.

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As of November 2025, there are 14 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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Air Canada	PriceFrom $556	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,448 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $567	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 497 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,051 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $590	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,572 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $595	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,520 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $614	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,411 reviews	Search KLM flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $666	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
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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.

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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 $909. 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 $1,073.

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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 is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Istanbul?

Lufthansa is the most popular carrier operating from California to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

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

As of November 2025, there are 15 flights per day flying from California to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 60% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

105 flights are operational weekly from California to Istanbul as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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