What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles is to fly which costs $450 - $1,000 and takes 17h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 17h 35m and costs $450 - $1,000.

How far is it from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

The distance between Istanbul and Los Angeles is 6919 miles.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 17h 35m to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 10h behind Istanbul. It is currently 3:34 AM in Istanbul and 5:34 PM in Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 2975+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

Istanbul to Los Angeles - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Istanbul to Los Angeles by plane, bus, or train

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane IST - LAX
17h 35m
$459–965
Fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane IST - SBA
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
23h 31m
$479–1,500
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane IST - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain
23h 43m
$484–1,517
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane IST - BUR
20h 33m
$498–1,612
Fly to Palm Springs International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane IST - PSP
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
23h 34m

Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

14Weekly Planes

13h 47mAverage Duration

$307Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6,878.5 mi
Duration: 17h 35m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) twice daily.

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