Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
13 hours 58 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Los Angeles is 10 hours behind Istanbul and operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Choose from 20 weekly flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. The 08:00 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight out between IST and LAX. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:55 if early starts aren't your thing.
Peak months like August or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Turkish Airlines is your ticket to exploring Los Angeles (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
To break up your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the IST - LAX route include:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
San Francisco International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter United States, check with your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you the latest information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from IST to LAX.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is P17,832. The cheapest price for a return flight is P28,528. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to LAX.
The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from IST to LAX every day.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The journey from central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near IST. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider booking a hotel close to LAX if you're on a late flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
Getting there by public transport takes around 54 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Los Angeles in May.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you want to visit Los Angeles during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16 ºC and 32 ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6 ºC and 26 ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IST to LAX sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from IST to LAX:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is another international airport for getting to and from Los Angeles. It could be an easier or cheaper option depending on your travel plans, so it's worth looking into.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport, check out our car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Los Angeles stay.