£383 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles (LAXA)

Q: How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

Q: How much are return flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles is £386. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

13 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and Uzbekistan Airways fly direct from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

As of April 2025, there are 62 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Los Angeles.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles is usually April 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 12.2 miles away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from £386 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles on Tuesday, 22 April 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 53 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Istanbul Airport to Los Angeles?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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Los Angeles.£383 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Sun, 4 May.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Los Angeles.£383 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Los Angeles.£383 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Los Angeles.£383 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Tue, 29 Apr.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Los Angeles.£383 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Los Angeles.£383 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £383, select.

Los Angeles.£387 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 10 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £387, select.

Los Angeles.£389 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May, returning Sun, 22 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 22 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £389, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Istanbul to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£386
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	13 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	62

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Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles is 13 hours 16 minutes.
Los Angeles is 10 hours behind Istanbul, where Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are 20 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to LAX is the 08:00 Turkish Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 13:50 with Turkish Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from IST to Los Angeles.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Nonstop flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is where you'll complete your journey.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from IST to Los Angeles. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
- Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
If you have a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you'll need an embassy visa to enter United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
Located around 30 miles from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles

£205 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £383. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from IST to Los Angeles.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 20 miles from central Los Angeles. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 32 minutes.
It typically takes 54 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 20 miles from central Los Angeles. After your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 41 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from IST to Los Angeles:

Best time to go to Los Angeles

July is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, visit Los Angeles in May when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from IST to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.

More about Los Angeles

Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.

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