Istanbul to Los Angeles Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Los Angeles (LAX) connect Turkey and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 11,002 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 15 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and LAX. The reverse route is Los Angeles to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Los Angeles, United States
- Distance
- 11,002 km
- Typical duration
- about 15 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- LAX
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles
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Route overview
Istanbul to Los Angeles is a city-pair air route between Turkey and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and LAX. Related codes: IST, SAW → LAX.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 11,002 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 15 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Los Angeles to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Los Angeles?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles typically take about 15 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Los Angeles?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Los Angeles is approximately 11,002 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Los Angeles?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Los Angeles to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Los Angeles to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,002 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Los Angeles route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with United States (Los Angeles).
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