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British Airways Logo
6:40 pm - 9:29 pm
IST
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SNA
36h 49m2 stops
British Airways Logo
9:23 am - 12:25 am
SNA
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IST
29h 02m2 stops
$561British Airways
Thu, Mar 12 - Wed, Mar 18
British Airways Logo
7:35 am - 10:30 pm
IST
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ONT
24h 55m2 stops
British Airways Logo
11:58 pm - 12:05 am
ONT
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IST
38h 07m2 stops
$561British Airways
Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 8:35 pm
IST
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SJC
22h 10m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:34 pm - 12:25 am
SJC
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IST
23h 51m2 stops
$563Multiple Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
KLM Logo
5:55 pm - 4:35 pm
IST
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LAX
33h 40m2 stops
KLM Logo
9:30 am - 4:55 pm
LAX
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IST
20h 25m2 stops
$594KLM
Tue, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 23
KLM Logo
5:55 pm - 4:35 pm
IST
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LAX
33h 40m2 stops
KLM Logo
11:14 am - 4:55 pm
LAX
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IST
18h 41m2 stops
$595KLM
Tue, Jan 13 - Mon, Feb 23
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 11:50 am
IST
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SFO
28h 55m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:54 pm - 4:55 pm
SFO
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IST
31h 01m2 stops
$655Delta
Mon, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 23
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 8:29 pm
IST
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SFO
37h 34m2 stops
Delta Logo
1:45 pm - 4:20 pm
SFO
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IST
16h 35m1 stop
$657Delta
Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Sep 14
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:59 pm
IST
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ONT
26h 29m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 6:05 pm
ONT
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IST
17h 20m2 stops
$680United Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 18
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:58 pm
IST
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ONT
25h 28m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:05 pm
ONT
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IST
23h 05m2 stops
$715United Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 10:53 pm
IST
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ONT
27h 23m2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 am - 5:45 pm
ONT
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IST
24h 45m2 stops
$821Lufthansa
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27

United Airlines flights from Istanbul to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Istanbul to California flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 11
IST6:30 amIstanbul
17h 35m
1 stop
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
Feb 23
LAX1:09 pmLos Angeles
22h 36m
2 stops
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
United Airlines
Dec 31
IST6:30 amIstanbul
17h 35m
1 stop
LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles
Mar 30
LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles
20h 20m
1 stop
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
United Airlines
Mar 14
IST6:30 amIstanbul
24h 52m
2 stops
SFO9:22 pmSan Francisco
Apr 28
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
20h 15m
2 stops
IST9:15 pmIstanbul

KLM flights from Istanbul to California

Our best KLM deals on Istanbul to California flight tickets
KLM
Jan 13
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
33h 40m
2 stops
LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles
Jan 23
LAX9:30 amLos Angeles
20h 25m
2 stops
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
KLM
Jan 13
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
33h 40m
2 stops
LAX4:35 pmLos Angeles
Feb 23
LAX11:14 amLos Angeles
18h 41m
2 stops
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
KLM
Jan 27
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
28h 50m
1 stop
LAX11:45 amLos Angeles
Jun 1
LAX4:45 pmLos Angeles
22h 35m
1 stop
IST1:20 amIstanbul

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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 December 23, 2025.
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Price

IstanbulSanta Ana

IST - SNA

ISTSNA

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

6:40 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops36h 49m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/18

9:23 am-12:25 am

2 stops29h 02m

$561

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

7:35 am-10:30 pm

2 stops24h 55m

Ontario

Sun 3/15

11:58 pm-12:05 am

2 stops38h 07m

$561

IstanbulSan Jose

IST - SJC

ISTSJC

Istanbul

Wed 4/15

8:25 am-8:35 pm

2 stops22h 10m

San Jose

Wed 4/22

2:34 pm-12:25 am

2 stops23h 51m

$563

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 1/13

5:55 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/23

9:30 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$594

IstanbulLos Angeles

IST - LAX

ISTLAX

Istanbul

Tue 1/13

5:55 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops33h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

11:14 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 41m

$595

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

10:54 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops31h 01m

$655

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sun 2/1

5:55 pm-8:29 pm

2 stops37h 34m

San Francisco

Mon 9/14

1:45 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$657

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

Thu 2/12

6:30 am-9:59 pm

2 stops26h 29m

Ontario

Wed 2/18

1:45 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$680

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

6:30 am-8:58 pm

2 stops25h 28m

Ontario

Wed 2/11

8:00 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

$715

IstanbulOntario

IST - ONT

ISTONT

Istanbul

Tue 1/20

6:30 am-10:53 pm

2 stops27h 23m

Ontario

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops24h 45m

$821

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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 January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Istanbul averaging around $664.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Istanbul to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $806. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $869.

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 $833 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 $749 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 $603 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.

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Fastest flight time

13h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The fastest flight from Istanbul to California takes 13h 25m
Direct flights go from Istanbul to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Istanbul there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).
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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.

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Air FrancePriceFrom $369Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,513 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $445Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,434 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $489Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,053 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $491Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,605 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom $493Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,152 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $590Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,103 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $598Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,649 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,014 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $629Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,111 reviews
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