Los Angeles to Istanbul Flights
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Istanbul (IST) connect United States and Turkey. 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 LAX and IST, SAW. The reverse route is Istanbul to Los Angeles. 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
- Los Angeles, United States
- Destination
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Distance
- 11,002 km
- Typical duration
- about 15 hours
- Origin codes
- LAX
- Destination codes
- IST, SAW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul
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Route overview
Los Angeles to Istanbul is a city-pair air route between United States and Turkey. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are LAX and IST. Related codes: LAX → IST, SAW.
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
Los Angeles airports and metro codes: LAX.
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Istanbul to Los Angeles, other destinations from Los Angeles, and other origins into Istanbul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Istanbul?
Direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul typically take about 15 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Los Angeles to Istanbul?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles and Istanbul is approximately 11,002 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?
Los Angeles is commonly searched with code LAX (related: LAX). Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW).
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Istanbul?
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 Istanbul to Los Angeles?
The reverse city pair is Istanbul to Los Angeles. Distance is the same great-circle measure (11,002 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Los Angeles to Istanbul route connect?
This route connects United States (Los Angeles) with Turkey (Istanbul).
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