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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to California from $381

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
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SFO
20h 10m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
-
IST
24h 55m
1 stop
$621Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
-
SFO
20h 10m
1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
-
IST
24h 55m
1 stop
$655Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
KLM Logo
4:25 am - 6:00 pm
IST
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SFO
23h 35m
1 stop
KLM Logo
1:45 pm - 4:20 pm
SFO
-
IST
16h 35m
1 stop
$661KLM
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13
KLM Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
IST
-
SFO
15h 45m
1 stop
KLM Logo
8:10 pm - 3:30 am
SFO
-
IST
21h 20m
1 stop
$664KLM
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 12
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 3:15 pm
IST
-
LAX
21h 30m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
5:30 pm - 2:05 am
LAX
-
IST
22h 35m
1 stop
$673Lufthansa
Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 12
Lufthansa Logo
5:40 am - 5:12 pm
IST
-
SFO
21h 32m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
9:05 pm - 2:05 am
SFO
-
IST
19h 00m
1 stop
$693Lufthansa
Fri, Apr 17 - Fri, Apr 24
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 4:06 pm
IST
-
SJC
32h 46m
2 stops
Delta Logo
10:10 am - 4:20 pm
SJC
-
IST
20h 10m
2 stops
$711Delta
Thu, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 29
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 5:25 pm
IST
-
SJC
21h 25m
2 stops
Delta Logo
11:35 am - 1:20 am
SJC
-
IST
27h 45m
2 stops
$712Delta
Sun, Apr 5 - Tue, Apr 28
British Airways Logo
3:35 pm - 9:56 pm
IST
-
SJC
40h 21m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
9:51 am - 6:25 pm
SJC
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IST
22h 34m
2 stops
$778British Airways
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Oct 13
British Airways Logo
8:15 am - 9:59 pm
IST
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ONT
23h 44m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
12:19 pm - 12:25 am
ONT
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IST
26h 06m
2 stops
$778British Airways
Sun, Apr 19 - Mon, Apr 27

Delta flights from Istanbul Airport to California

Our best Delta deals on Istanbul Airport to California flight tickets
Delta
Sep 11
IST6:00 amIstanbul
15h 50m
1 stop
LAX11:50 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
Oct 1
LAX9:59 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
29h 21m
2 stops
IST1:20 amIstanbul
$706
Delta
Sep 11
IST6:00 amIstanbul
15h 45m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
Oct 13
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
16h 35m
1 stop
IST4:20 pmIstanbul
$707
Delta
Jun 17
IST5:20 pmIstanbul
31h 25m
1 stop
LAX2:45 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
Aug 27
LAX7:00 amLos Angeles Los Angeles
23h 20m
2 stops
IST4:20 pmIstanbul
$708

Lufthansa flights from Istanbul Airport to California

Our best Lufthansa deals on Istanbul Airport to California flight tickets
Lufthansa
May 4
IST3:45 amIstanbul
21h 30m
1 stop
LAX3:15 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
May 12
LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles Los Angeles
22h 35m
1 stop
IST2:05 amIstanbul
$673
Lufthansa
Apr 17
IST5:40 amIstanbul
21h 32m
2 stops
SFO5:12 pmSan Francisco
Apr 24
SFO9:05 pmSan Francisco
19h 00m
1 stop
IST2:05 amIstanbul
$693
Lufthansa
Apr 17
IST5:40 amIstanbul
17h 00m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
Apr 24
SFO9:05 pmSan Francisco
19h 00m
1 stop
IST2:05 amIstanbul
$703

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Cheapest round-trip

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 5/20

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

$621

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 5/20

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

San Francisco

Wed 5/27

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

$655

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 4/6

4:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 4/13

1:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$661
Quickest round-trip

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop15h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

8:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop21h 20m

$664

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 5/4

3:45 am-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

5:30 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 35m

$673

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Fri 4/17

5:40 am-5:12 pm

2 stops21h 32m

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

9:05 pm-2:05 am

1 stop19h 00m

$693

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Thu 4/2

5:20 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops32h 46m

San Jose

Wed 4/29

10:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$711

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Sun 4/5

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 25m

San Jose

Tue 4/28

11:35 am-1:20 am

2 stops27h 45m

$712

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Mon 9/14

3:35 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops40h 21m

San Jose

Tue 10/13

9:51 am-6:25 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$778

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

Sun 4/19

8:15 am-9:59 pm

2 stops23h 44m

Ontario

Mon 4/27

12:19 pm-12:25 am

2 stops26h 06m

$778

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Istanbul Airport averaging around $720.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Istanbul Airport to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $790. 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 California on Friday is $842.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $808. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $840 on average. Flights to California from Istanbul Airport in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Istanbul Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $775 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Istanbul Airport for as low as $668 on momondo.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 49% on your flight if you consider stops on a Istanbul Airport to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$655

Fastest flight time

13h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Istanbul Airport in the past 72 hours is $655. The best round-trip flight deal from Istanbul Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $753.
The fastest flight from Istanbul Airport to California takes 13h 25m
Direct flights go from Istanbul Airport to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Istanbul Airport there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to California?

    Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to California are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul Airport to California.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your California 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 California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to California

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
KLMPriceFrom $448Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,477 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $494Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,319 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $524Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,813 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $539Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,492 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $574Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,182 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $590Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,467 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $604Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,864 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $667Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,274 reviews
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Can I find flights from Istanbul to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

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

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to California from Istanbul.

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