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

As of August 2025, 89 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and Lufthansa 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 82% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 25m.

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

As of August 2025, there are 12 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00PM, with 50% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

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

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: 3h 08m.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

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.

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

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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Istanbul Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $926 to $1,189. The lowest price recently found on this route was $555.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

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 $827. 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 $938.

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 $935. On the other hand, Saturday 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 $1,083.

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

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 at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,034.

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

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 $1,074 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 $1,005 on momondo.

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

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.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $229. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $555.

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How far is Los Angeles to Istanbul by plane?
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to Istanbul is 6822.3 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Istanbul Airport?
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.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
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.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is Boeing 777-300ER (53.90% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (24.20%), Boeing 777-200/200ER (6.30%), and Airbus A350-900 (4.16%).
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport is Turkish Airlines, representing 73% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Delta at 6%, Lufthansa at 6%, and British Airways at 4%.

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $627	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,916 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
LOT	PriceFrom $628	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,107 reviews	Search LOT flights
Delta	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,980 reviews	Search Delta flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $660	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,317 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $671	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,266 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $679	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,381 reviews	Search KLM flights
Air France	PriceFrom $680	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,467 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $699	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $765	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 9,949 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
SAUDIA	PriceFrom $769	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 626 reviews	Search SAUDIA flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport
Across 16 Turkish Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport this week, the average price was $1,109, with the best Turkish Airlines deals starting from $809 round-trip. 3,940 users have rated Turkish Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.3/10.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Istanbul Airport?

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

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

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.

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport.

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

As of August 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

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

Paris (CDG) 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 25m.

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: 3h 08m.

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

As of August 2025, there are 12 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul Airport. The most common time of day flights depart is 7:00PM, with 50% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

As of August 2025, 89 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Istanbul Airport each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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