What to know about flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

The distance between Los Angeles and Istanbul is approximately 11,034.44km. The average flight time between Los Angeles and Istanbul is 13 hours 12 minutes. According to Trip.com data, travel demand is highest in July. October is generally the cheapest month to book.

Cheapest one-way
S$ 493
Royal Air Maroc Royal Air Maroc LAX-IST 20h 20m · 1 stop Sun, Sep 27
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Cheapest return
S$ 903
Royal Air Maroc Royal Air Maroc LAX-IST 20h 20m · 2 stops Wed, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 18
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Best time to book
October
Cheapest
July
Peak season for travel
Route details
11,034.44km
Flight distance
13h 12m
Average flight time

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from S$ 493 and round-trip from S$ 903. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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Over the past 7 days, flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul have operated an average of 12 times per day, with 25.0% on-time departure rate and 88.9% on-time arrival rate.

Which airlines are the most popular for Los Angeles to Istanbul flights?

You can choose from 1 airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul, including Turkish Airlines, Royal Air Maroc offers the lowest prices on this route.
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Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Los Angeles to Istanbul according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul.

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

The average price of round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul is November, with an average price of S$ 1,151, and the most expensive month is June, with an average price of up to S$ 2,231.

S$ 2,231
S$ 1,691
S$ 1,151
S$ 611
    Cheapest
  • S$ 1,350
    Aug
  • S$ 1,387
    Sep
  • S$ 1,271
    Oct
  • S$ 1,151
    Nov
  • S$ 1,792
    Dec
  • S$ 1,435
    Jan
  • S$ 1,177
    Feb
  • S$ 1,366
    Mar
  • S$ 1,400
    Apr
  • S$ 1,865
    May
  • S$ 2,231
    Jun
  • S$ 2,166
    Jul

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?

    Based on Trip.com data, Royal Air Maroc offers Cheapest nonstop one-way flights from S$ 493 (for example, LAX–IST on Sun, Sep 27). For a Cheapest nonstop return flight, Royal Air Maroc offers fares from S$ 903, departing on Wed, Oct 14 and returning on Sun, Oct 18.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul with the following airlines, including: Turkish Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 13 hours 12 minutes to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul (IST).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • On average, 12 direct flights operate each week between Los Angeles and Istanbul. See below the schedules of the main airlines serving this route:
    Turkish Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S – TK180 (departure at 14:07)
  • Here are some tips for finding the best flight deals from Los Angeles to Istanbul on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates. The cheapest flight is currently on Sun, Sep 27, with one-way fares from just S$ 493.
    · Compare airlines. Turkish Airlines currently offers the lowest fares on this route.
    · Set up a price alert to track fare changes without searching every day.
    · Check Trip.com regularly for flight deals and available promo codes.
    · Avoid peak season or book early. July is generally the busiest month for travel to Istanbul.
    · Get exclusive promo codes on the Trip.com app.
  • The cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul is usually October, when demand is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Istanbul on September 20, 2026 with Royal Air Maroc, with prices starting at S$ 475.
  • Flights to Istanbul can arrive at: Istanbul Airport (IST)Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)Ataturk Airport (ISL). The most common route connects Los Angeles International Airport and Istanbul Airport (LAX–IST).
  • The time difference between Istanbul and Los Angeles is 11h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.
  • Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Los Angeles to Istanbul is S$ 937. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.
  • Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Los Angeles to Istanbul is S$ 1,635. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.
  • Enter Los Angeles and Istanbul, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveller details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.
  • Pegasus Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Los Angeles to Istanbul. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

Trip.com shows the change and cancellation rules for each ticket during the booking process, including all related fees and conditions. Please refer to the following scenarios:
Voluntary cancellation/change:
To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply based on the airline’s fare rules.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If your flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For full details of change and cancellation policies, please refer to the customer support pages.