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$333+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Istanbul (IST)

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 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — IST
Jul 1 — Jul 81
Tue 7/1
Tue 7/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Istanbul (IST). 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 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$799
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$333
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,554
From Oakland to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:30 amOAK - IST
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/214:45 amIST - OAK
3 stops38h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25$799
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/176:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops35h 25mDelta
Thu 10/94:20 amIST - OAK
2 stops22h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/24$856
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Sat 9/135:55 amOAK - IST
2 stops35h 30mKLM
Sun 9/214:20 amIST - OAK
2 stops29h 33mKLM
Deal found 6/25$868
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:15 amOAK - IST
2 stops38h 05mQatar Airways
Tue 10/78:05 pmIST - OAK
2 stops37h 54mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/24$1,039
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/192:38 pmOAK - IST
2 stops24h 27mBritish Airways
Wed 10/88:25 amIST - OAK
2 stops25h 34mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/24$1,079
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/126:00 amOAK - IST
2 stops35h 25mAir France
Sat 8/234:20 amIST - OAK
2 stops21h 56mAir France
Deal found 6/25$1,180

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Fri 9/12

7:30 am-3:50 am

3 stops34h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 9/21

4:45 am-9:11 am

3 stops38h 26m

$799

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-3:25 am

2 stops35h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 10/9

4:20 am-4:31 pm

2 stops22h 11m

$856

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Sat 9/13

5:55 am-3:25 am

2 stops35h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 9/21

4:20 am-11:53 pm

2 stops29h 33m

$868

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 8/20

6:15 am-6:20 am

2 stops38h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/7

8:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops37h 54m

$1,039

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Tue 8/19

2:38 pm-1:05 am

2 stops24h 27m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

8:25 am-11:59 pm

2 stops25h 34m

$1,079

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Sat 7/12

6:00 am-3:25 am

2 stops35h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 8/23

4:20 am-4:16 pm

2 stops21h 56m

$1,180

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Sat 7/19

6:00 am-8:30 am

3 stops40h 30m

$333

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Wed 9/3

11:01 am-6:20 am

2 stops33h 19m

$586

OaklandIstanbul

OAK - IST

OAKIST

Oakland

Tue 8/5

2:38 pm-1:05 am

2 stops24h 27m

$729

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Deals found on 6/25

Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,365). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OAK to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 24% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and Air France from Oakland to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,365 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,470 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,595 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,067 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from Oakland. Booking flights from Oakland (OAK) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 0 different airlines.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland 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 Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Oakland, California to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,365). 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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