Question 1

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 10 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 55% of flights taking off in the evening.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, 76 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 5

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Jeddah (JED) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $906.

Question 6

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

KLM, British Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Istanbul

Question 7

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 47m.

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 10

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 21m.

Question 11

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights?

Accepted Answer

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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 $909. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Los Angeles because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,070.

Question 13

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Istanbul flight route?

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Fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul for the best Los Angeles - Istanbul flight prices

Question 14

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

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In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Los Angeles 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 in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,043.

Question 15

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Warsaw (WAW) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,040 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Los Angeles for as low as $908 on momondo.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $779. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $829.

Question 18

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and LOT are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Los Angeles according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 86% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 19

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Los Angeles and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 174 minutes.

Question 20

How have Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 21

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.

Question 22

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 13 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Question 23

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

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 Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport.

Question 24

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

KLM, British Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 8% of flights between Los Angeles and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 174 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, Turkish Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Istanbul Airport?

Warsaw (WAW) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Jeddah (JED) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $906.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 16h 21m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 47m.

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

As of December 2025, there are 10 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 6:00PM, with 55% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

As of December 2025, 76 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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