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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?
In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $836. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in February, then you should wait until November to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $947.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?
Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $979. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,087.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?
In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $822. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,053.
What is the cheapest California to Istanbul flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from California when booking 16 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,097 when searching 16 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from California for as low as $1,010 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.
How many flights depart from California to Istanbul Airport on average per day?
18 flights are operational daily from California to Istanbul Airport as of June 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 1:00PM, with 52% of flights per day taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from California to Istanbul Airport on average per week?
As of June 2025, there are 127 flights per week flying from California to Istanbul Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.
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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Istanbul Airport?
As of June 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Istanbul Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Istanbul Airport?
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 Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Istanbul Airport is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 26.58% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A350-900 at 23.05%, Boeing 777-200LR at 20.42%, and Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 11.79%.
Best airlines flying from California to Istanbul Airport
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $567 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.8 478 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $627 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,809 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $628 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,965 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $630 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.6 1,081 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $659 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.7 7,156 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $679 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.8 1,363 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $680 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.5 1,467 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $698 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $721 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.6 7,028 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $769 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 618 reviews |
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