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Cheap flights from Istanbul to California from $347

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KLM Logo
6:10 am - 11:45 amIST-SFO
15h 35m1 stop
KLM Logo
1:45 pm - 1:20 amSFO-IST
25h 35m1 stop
$530KLM
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Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 24
KLM Logo
5:55 pm - 11:45 amIST-LAX
28h 50m1 stop
KLM Logo
1:45 pm - 4:55 pmLAX-IST
16h 10m1 stop
$530KLM
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Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
British Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 1:25 pmSAW-LAX
31h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:30 pm - 1:55 pmLAX-SAW
30h 25m1 stop
$539British Airways
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 9:24 amIST-SFO
35h 09m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:35 am - 12:25 amSFO-IST
26h 50m2 stops
$550American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 24
British Airways Logo
4:20 pm - 1:25 pmSAW-LAX
31h 05m1 stop
British Airways Logo
9:35 pm - 1:55 pmLAX-SAW
30h 20m1 stop
$551British Airways
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 27
American Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 8:15 pmIST-LAX
22h 00m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:35 pm - 12:25 amLAX-IST
16h 50m1 stop
$554American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 21
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 12:40 pmIST-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
1:55 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-IST
21h 25m1 stop
$601Lufthansa
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Tue, Dec 9 - Tue, Jun 16
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 9:56 amIST-BUR
29h 56m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:19 am - 10:45 pmBUR-IST
26h 26m2 stops
$672United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 12:05 pmIST-SJC
56h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:45 pmSJC-IST
27h 00m2 stops
$691United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Dec 11
Lufthansa Logo
2:00 pm - 9:02 pmIST-SJC
41h 02m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:30 pm - 9:20 pmSJC-IST
46h 50m2 stops
$1,032Lufthansa
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Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Sep 10

KLM flights from Istanbul to California

Our best KLM deals on Istanbul to California flight tickets
KLM
Jan 12
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
28h 50m
1 stop
LAX11:45 amLos Angeles
Jan 19
LAX1:45 pmLos Angeles
16h 10m
1 stop
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
$530
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KLM
Sep 17
IST6:10 amIstanbul
18h 40m
1 stop
LAX2:50 pmLos Angeles
Oct 1
LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles
22h 30m
1 stop
IST1:20 amIstanbul
$532
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KLM
Sep 12
IST6:10 amIstanbul
15h 40m
1 stop
LAX11:50 amLos Angeles
Sep 17
LAX4:50 pmLos Angeles
22h 30m
1 stop
IST1:20 amIstanbul
$534
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Iberia flights from Istanbul to California

Our best Iberia deals on Istanbul to California flight tickets
Iberia
Aug 6
IST10:20 pmIstanbul
29h 45m
2 stops
LAX6:05 pmLos Angeles
Aug 24
LAX7:50 pmLos Angeles
35h 40m
1 stop
IST5:30 pmIstanbul
$822
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Iberia
Aug 6
IST10:20 pmIstanbul
29h 45m
2 stops
LAX6:05 pmLos Angeles
Aug 24
LAX7:50 pmLos Angeles
35h 40m
1 stop
IST5:30 pmIstanbul
$860
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Iberia
Aug 6
IST10:20 pmIstanbul
31h 55m
2 stops
LAX8:15 pmLos Angeles
Sep 16
LAX6:00 amLos Angeles
43h 20m
2 stops
IST11:20 amIstanbul
$867
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 9/11

6:10 am-11:45 am

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

1:45 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 35m

$530

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/19

1:45 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$530

IstanbulLos Angeles

SAW - LAX

SAWLAX

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 10/11

4:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/18

9:30 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$539

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 9/11

8:15 am-9:24 am

2 stops35h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

11:35 am-12:25 am

2 stops26h 50m

$550

IstanbulLos Angeles

SAW - LAX

SAWLAX

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 9/13

4:20 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/27

9:35 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop30h 20m

$551

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Thu 9/11

8:15 am-8:15 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

9:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop16h 50m

$554

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 12/9

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 6/16

1:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$601

IstanbulBurbank

IST - BUR

ISTBUR

Istanbul

Tue 9/16

2:00 pm-9:56 am

2 stops29h 56m

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 12/16

9:19 am-10:45 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$672

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

2:00 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops56h 05m

San Jose

Thu 12/11

8:45 am-10:45 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$691

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Thu 8/14

2:00 pm-9:02 pm

2 stops41h 02m

San Jose

Wed 9/10

12:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops46h 50m

$1,032

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of November is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Istanbul averaging around $615.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Istanbul to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $822. 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 California on Saturday is $1,004.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $611. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $904 on average. Flights to California from Istanbul in the morning 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $742 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Istanbul for as low as $605 on momondo.

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

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Best Price Found

$347

Fastest flight time

15h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

8 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Istanbul in the past 72 hours is $347. The best round-trip flight deal from Istanbul to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $530.
The fastest flight from Istanbul to California takes 15h 35m
Direct flights go from Istanbul to California every day.
There are 8 airports near California: San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), San Jose (SJC), Burbank Bob Hope (BUR), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul to California?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul to California.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Istanbul to California

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Rating
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KLMPriceFrom $447Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,383 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $453Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,465 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $493Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $497Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $590Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $597Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,275 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $628Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $772Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,105 reviews
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