Istanbul

$479+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Istanbul

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SMF — IST
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 15, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/43:53 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops24h 12m
Lufthansa
Mon 11/164:45 am
IST
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SMF
2 stops45h 37m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/12$881
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/104:05 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops39h 05m
Air Canada
Fri 12/46:30 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops19h 52m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/14$899
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/143:53 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops43h 52m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/36:30 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops25h 17m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/14$907
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/112:00 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops26h 05m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/36:30 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops27h 58m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/14$908
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/223:53 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops39h 17m
Lufthansa
Thu 12/36:30 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops25h 17m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/13$924
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/143:53 pm
SMF
-
IST
2 stops43h 52m
Lufthansa
Wed 12/27:05 pm
IST
-
SMF
2 stops38h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/14$927
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/108:50 am
SMF
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IST
2 stops31h 15m
Lufthansa
Wed 12/27:05 pm
IST
-
SMF
2 stops33h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/14$928
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/231:12 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops26h 53m
Lufthansa
Tue 11/34:45 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops27h 02m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/10$941
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/82:23 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops25h 42m
Lufthansa
Wed 12/27:05 pm
IST
-
SMF
2 stops33h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/13$943
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/223:53 pm
SMF
-
IST
2 stops39h 17m
Lufthansa
Wed 12/27:05 pm
IST
-
SMF
2 stops39h 23m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/13$944
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/102:00 pm
SMF
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IST
2 stops26h 05m
Lufthansa
Sat 12/56:30 am
IST
-
SMF
2 stops19h 52m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/14$948
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/46:00 am
SMF
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SAW
2 stops24h 30m
KLM
Tue 11/1712:55 pm
SAW
-
SMF
2 stops38h 07m
KLM
Deal found 6/10$952

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) 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 June 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$881
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$556
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,464
From Sacramento Intl to Istanbul
One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($220 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Istanbul that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/14

9:45 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/2

9:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$952

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/12

9:45 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 12/3

9:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$952

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/12

9:45 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/2

9:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$952

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/13

9:45 am-5:55 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 12/4

7:15 am-4:30 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$958

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/8

9:16 am-5:05 pm

2 stops21h 49m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/2

9:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$1,007
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/23

5:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 11/4

9:00 am-8:23 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$1,007

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/15

1:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops22h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 10/19

8:50 am-8:23 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$1,062

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - SAW

SMFSAW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/26

6:30 am-12:10 pm

2 stops42h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 12/1

1:40 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops44h 11m

$1,118

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/23

11:10 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop33h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 11/4

3:35 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop37h 21m

$1,152

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/12

11:10 pm-5:30 am

1 stop20h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 8/22

8:10 am-10:30 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$1,152

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul (average of $365). Flying from Sacramento to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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.

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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 June 15, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,KLM, andLufthansa from Sacramento to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Istanbul?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Sacramento. Booking flights from Sacramento Intl (SMF) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Istanbul?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Istanbul in 20h 45m. Fly via KLM to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6635 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Istanbul round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Istanbul round-trip from $365. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from $632, and KLM, from $664. Delta is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sacramento to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul (average of $365). Flying from Sacramento to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $916). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Sacramento to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$365Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$632Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$664Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$693Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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