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Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul from $370

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$924

One-way from

$370
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 8% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 54 days in advance to save up to 12% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 54 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,265, or $1,306 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from San Francisco. Users have commonly found prices around $1,264 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $677. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul (SFO - IST)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Turkish Airlines flights we've found from San Francisco to Istanbul. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 7/166:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/197:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,181
Tue 8/136:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/277:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,248
Wed 8/76:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/227:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,273
Sat 7/206:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/157:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,288
Sun 8/46:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 8/167:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,300
Tue 5/211:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/191:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,317
Tue 5/211:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/287:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,324
Tue 5/211:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/317:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,366
Tue 5/211:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/177:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,369

Cheap Emirates flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between San Francisco and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found at this time heading from San Francisco to Istanbul. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 7/165:05 pmSFO - IST
1 stop38h 20mEmirates
Mon 9/237:25 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 35mEmirates
Deal found 5/14$1,278
Mon 5/205:05 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop34h 00mEmirates
Mon 9/210:25 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop25h 35mEmirates
Deal found 5/14$1,502
Mon 5/205:05 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop34h 00mEmirates
Sun 6/162:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop33h 55mEmirates
Deal found 5/14$1,525

Cheap San Francisco to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Prices were last updated on May 15, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/216:05 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2710:35 amSAW - SFO
2 stops54h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,047
Tue 5/288:15 amSFO - SAW
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/41:30 pmSAW - SFO
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,056
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops45h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/88:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,071
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops45h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/308:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,078
Mon 6/247:30 amSFO - SAW
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1010:25 amSAW - SFO
1 stop37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,080
Sun 6/98:15 amSFO - SAW
2 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/158:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,081
Sat 6/152:42 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops40h 13mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/2410:25 amSAW - SFO
1 stop37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,132
Mon 6/38:15 amSFO - IST
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/137:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,132
Wed 6/262:42 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 23mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/153:40 amIST - SFO
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,137

San Francisco to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 10/212:50 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/91:30 pmSAW - SFO
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$833
Wed 10/27:30 amSFO - SAW
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/98:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$907
Wed 10/237:20 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop32h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 11/63:55 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$916
Wed 10/236:20 amSFO - SAW
2 stops22h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 11/63:55 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop37h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$920
Wed 10/236:20 amSFO - SAW
2 stops22h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 11/63:55 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$921
Sun 11/108:45 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop31h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 11/193:55 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop33h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$927
Tue 10/88:10 amSFO - SAW
2 stops21h 10mBritish Airways
Wed 10/234:10 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop31h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/14$928
Mon 10/710:18 amSFO - SAW
2 stops19h 17mBritish Airways
Wed 10/234:10 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop31h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/15$929
Tue 10/83:50 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/231:30 pmSAW - SFO
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$930

Non-stop flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco to Istanbul. If you're looking for other options for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 7/166:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 9/197:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,181
Mon 8/126:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/101:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,205
Tue 7/161:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/231:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,244
Tue 8/136:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 8/277:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,248
Mon 8/56:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/227:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,262
Tue 8/131:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/297:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,272
Wed 8/76:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/227:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,273
Mon 8/126:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/261:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/13$1,279
Sat 7/206:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 8/157:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,288

San Francisco to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from San Francisco to Istanbul. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Tue 5/216:05 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2710:35 amSAW - SFO
2 stops54h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,047
Wed 5/227:00 amSFO - SAW
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/168:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,141
Wed 5/227:00 amSFO - SAW
3 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/181:40 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,142
Mon 5/207:30 amSFO - SAW
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/168:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,146
Wed 5/222:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/291:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,147
Mon 5/207:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/312:05 pmIST - SFO
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,150
Mon 5/207:30 amSFO - SAW
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/188:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,151
Wed 5/222:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/278:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,152
Tue 5/211:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/2710:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops54h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$1,167

One-way flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Istanbul can use the search form above.
Thu 10/311:50 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$370
Wed 10/305:40 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$378
Sat 6/82:42 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops52h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$467
Tue 10/153:50 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$468
Wed 7/2412:58 amSFO - SAW
3 stops56h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$470
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops52h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$476
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops52h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$479
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops52h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$480
Sat 7/138:10 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops36h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$484

Find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,644,845 searches. Data last updated May 15, 2024.

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$833 - $1,310

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Return

Price

San FranciscoIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 10/2

2 stops22h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/9

2 stops35h 05m

$833

San FranciscoIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 10/23

1 stop32h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 11/6

1 stop33h 20m

$916

San FranciscoIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 8/26

1 stop27h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 9/7

1 stop27h 45m

$985

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 7/13

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 9/1

1 stop28h 45m

$1,156

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 7/16

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 9/19

Nonstop13h 30m

$1,181

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 5/21

1 stop18h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 9/17

1 stop16h 30m

$1,249

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 5/21

2 stops24h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 9/20

2 stops22h 57m

$1,277

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 7/16

1 stop38h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 9/23

1 stop28h 35m

$1,278

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 5/25

2 stops40h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 6/2

2 stops34h 50m

$1,310

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is currently $452 while a round-trip flight costs $1,132. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul (average of $924). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,445). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$967

February

$940

March

$984

April

$1,027

May

$1,108

June

$1,445

July

$1,301

August

$1,183

September

$1,063

October

$1,000

November

$924

December

$969

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated May 15, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines, Emirates and British Airways from San Francisco to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,691 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

KLM
7.9
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,393 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Air France
7.6
Good
1,767 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,954 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.3

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 14 airlines have flights to Istanbul from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $833, but on average you can expect to pay $933.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul under $1,200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is less than $1,281.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $1,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Istanbul round-trip from $916. British Airways is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    AnadoluJet, American Airlines and Air Canada are the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Istanbul on time: Pakistan International Airlines (57%), IndiGo (57%), Turkish Airlines (56%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul? While on average our users pay $2,396, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $499. The most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul), is priced around $826.

  • What does SFO to IST mean?

    SFO and IST are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to IST refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdağ Corlu Airport (TEQ).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Istanbul flights that have layovers will stop in Frankfurt am Main. Amsterdam sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Istanbul flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Römerberg, Konstablerwache, and Oper Frankfurt. Römerberg, Konstablerwache and Oper Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 7.7 mi, and 7.0 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $41 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Amsterdam?

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time at De Dam, Rijksmuseum, and Beurs van Berlage. De Dam, Rijksmuseum and Beurs van Berlage are located about 7.0 mi, 6.2 mi, and 7.2 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can rent a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about $42 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Istanbul flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Istanbul layover in London least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

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  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

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  • How recently were the San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/15.

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AnadoluJetCheapest$133Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$769Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest$781Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest$845Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$875Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$898Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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EmiratesCheapest$910Average$1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$959Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$985Average$1,357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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