How long does it take to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Istanbul Airport you fly into. For example, flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport takes 12h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport takes 12h 25m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

14 flights are operational daily from California to Istanbul Airport as of September 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 64% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

United Airlines, Lufthansa, and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from California to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and KLM are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 74% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 17 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of September 2026, there are 98 flights per week flying from California to Istanbul Airport. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 14% of flights taking off on this day.

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 September 2026, there are 17 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.

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7:00 pm - 12:50 amSAN San Diego-IST Istanbul

19h 50m1 stop London Heathrow

7:40 am - 5:10 pmIST Istanbul-SAN San Diego

19h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

$812British Airways

Sun, Mar 21 - Thu, Mar 25

6:00 pm - 12:05 amSAN San Diego-IST Istanbul

19h 05m1 stop London Heathrow

7:40 am - 4:10 pmIST Istanbul-SAN San Diego

19h 30m1 stop London Heathrow

$812British Airways

Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 19

10:30 am - 6:10 pmSAN San Diego-IST Istanbul

20h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 1:04 pmIST Istanbul-SAN San Diego

41h 34m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$825Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 11 - Tue, Jan 19

9:50 pm - 10:45 pmSAN San Diego-IST Istanbul

37h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:30 am - 10:28 pmIST Istanbul-SAN San Diego

26h 58m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Denver Intl

$829United Airlines

Mon, Dec 28 - Thu, Jan 14

1:33 pm - 10:45 pmONT Ontario-IST Istanbul

23h 12m2 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main

1:55 pm - 11:06 pmIST Istanbul-ONT Ontario

19h 11m2 stops Frankfurt am Main San Francisco

$834United Airlines

Sun, Mar 14 - Wed, Apr 14

11:00 am - 10:45 pmSAN San Diego-IST Istanbul

25h 45m2 stops San Francisco Frankfurt am Main

1:55 pm - 1:05 pmIST Istanbul-SAN San Diego

57h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vancouver Intl

$846Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 14 - Mon, Apr 12

4:10 pm - 2:00 pmLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

34h 50m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

12:10 pm - 8:10 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

19h 00m2 stops Krakow J. Paul II Balice Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$850LOT

Fri, Nov 13 - Wed, Dec 9

8:40 am - 10:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

27h 05m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main

7:05 pm - 1:05 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

29h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$850Lufthansa

Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 4

7:10 am - 10:45 pmLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

28h 35m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

7:05 pm - 1:05 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

29h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$851Lufthansa

Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8

5:10 pm - 11:10 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

32h 00m2 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Krakow J. Paul II Balice

11:35 am - 2:35 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

37h 00m2 stops Gdansk Rebiechowo Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$854LOT

Fri, Mar 19 - Sun, Mar 28

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4:20 pm - 6:20 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

28h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:05 pm - 2:00 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

27h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$849Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Apr 2

4:20 pm - 6:20 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

28h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

8:05 pm - 2:00 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

27h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$856Qatar Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Fri, Oct 2

5:30 pm - 2:05 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

22h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

3:45 am - 3:15 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

21h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$858Lufthansa

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 10

10:20 am - 3:40 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

31h 20m3 stops Casablanca Mohamed V Milan Malpensa Belgrade Nikola Tesla

7:00 am - 8:20 amIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

35h 20m2 stops Milan Malpensa Casablanca Mohamed V

$879Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 12

5:30 pm - 2:05 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

22h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

3:45 am - 3:15 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

21h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$886Lufthansa

Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 9

10:20 am - 12:05 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

27h 45m2 stops Casablanca Mohamed V Paris Orly

6:45 am - 8:20 amIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

35h 35m2 stops Paris Orly Casablanca Mohamed V

$891Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 10

10:50 pm - 8:35 pmSFO San Francisco-IST Istanbul

35h 45m2 stops Warsaw Frederic Chopin Gdansk Rebiechowo

5:30 pm - 8:50 pmIST Istanbul-SFO San Francisco

37h 20m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$903LOT

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Oct 13

4:10 pm - 11:50 pmSFO San Francisco-IST Istanbul

21h 40m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

11:30 am - 8:50 pmIST Istanbul-SFO San Francisco

43h 20m2 stops Krakow J. Paul II Balice Warsaw Frederic Chopin

$903LOT

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Oct 13

5:25 pm - 2:50 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

23h 25m1 stop Cairo

6:50 pm - 12:20 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

28h 30m1 stop Cairo

$910Egyptair

Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Nov 15

5:25 pm - 2:50 amLAX Los Angeles-IST Istanbul

23h 25m1 stop Cairo

3:50 am - 1:20 pmIST Istanbul-LAX Los Angeles

19h 30m1 stop Cairo

$926Egyptair

Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 2

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Jan 11

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

19h 05m

1 stop

IST12:05 amIstanbul

Jan 19

IST7:40 amIstanbul

19h 30m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$812

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Jan 10

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

19h 50m

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IST12:50 amIstanbul

Jan 13

IST6:50 pmIstanbul

32h 20m

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SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$826

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Mar 21

SAN6:15 amSan Diego

32h 35m

2 stops

IST12:50 amIstanbul

Mar 25

IST7:40 amIstanbul

19h 30m

1 stop

SAN5:10 pmSan Diego

$830

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Dec 28

SAN9:50 pmSan Diego

37h 55m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Jan 14

IST6:30 amIstanbul

26h 58m

2 stops

SAN10:28 pmSan Diego

$829

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Mar 14

ONT1:33 pmOntario

23h 12m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Apr 14

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

19h 11m

2 stops

ONT11:06 pmOntario

$834

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Feb 23

ONT4:03 pmOntario

19h 42m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Mar 9

IST6:30 amIstanbul

22h 17m

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ONT5:47 pmOntario

$835

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2 stops57h 10m

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Fri 11/13

4:10 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop34h 50m

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2 stops19h 00m

$850

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2 stops27h 05m

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7:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$850

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7:10 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 2/8

7:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop29h 00m

$851

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Fri 3/19

5:10 pm-11:10 am

2 stops32h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 3/28

11:35 am-2:35 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$854

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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 $740. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in February, then you should wait until January to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $771.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,011. On the other hand, Friday 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 $1,075.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $970. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,154.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,006 when searching 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 $861 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Istanbul Airport 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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You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Istanbul Airport flight.

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Fastest flight time	12h 10m
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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from California in the past 72 hours is $381. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $812.

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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 September 2026, there are 17 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 34.51% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 31.33%, Airbus A350-900 at 18.95%, and Boeing 777 at 2.64%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $365	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,598 reviews	Search Delta flights
LOT	PriceFrom $508	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,202 reviews	Search LOT flights
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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $526	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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Air Canada	PriceFrom $553	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,679 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $560	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,234 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $608	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,991 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights

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