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$441+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Istanbul (IST)

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SMF — IST
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 (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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$755
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$441
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,382
From Sacramento Intl to Istanbul
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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 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/55:15 amSMF - IST
2 stops25h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/182:00 pmIST - SMF
2 stops38h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$755
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/169:10 amSMF - IST
2 stops21h 10mKLM
Tue 11/185:10 amIST - SMF
2 stops24h 24mKLM
Deal found 6/12$766
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1510:32 amSMF - IST
2 stops24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/142:55 pmIST - SMF
2 stops59h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$773
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 10/304:05 pmSMF - IST
2 stops27h 20mAir Canada
Mon 11/108:00 pmIST - SMF
2 stops54h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 6/11$774
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1512:58 pmSMF - IST
2 stops22h 22mLufthansa
Wed 1/146:30 amIST - SMF
2 stops23h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 6/12$786
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 10/111:55 amSMF - IST
2 stops29h 30mDelta
Wed 10/154:20 amIST - SMF
2 stops25h 06mDelta
Deal found 6/11$915
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:34 pmSMF - IST
2 stops44h 06mBritish Airways
Fri 8/158:25 pmIST - SMF
2 stops31h 32mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/10$1,000
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1311:53 amSMF - IST
2 stops32h 27mQatar Airways
Fri 6/209:50 amIST - SMF
2 stops42h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/12$1,392
This Ovago 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/151:20 pmSMF - IST
1 stop17h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 1/148:50 amIST - SMF
1 stop24h 46mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,791
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/282:10 pmSMF - IST
2 stops27h 15mAir France
Fri 8/84:20 amIST - SMF
2 stops25h 25mAir France
Deal found 6/11$1,823

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/5

5:15 am-5:00 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 8/18

2:00 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops38h 03m

$755

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/16

9:10 am-4:20 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

5:10 am-6:34 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$766

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

10:32 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 48m

Istanbul

Wed 1/14

2:55 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops59h 26m

$773

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Thu 10/30

4:05 pm-5:25 am

2 stops27h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 11/10

8:00 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops54h 21m

$774

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

12:58 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 22m

Istanbul

Wed 1/14

6:30 am-7:16 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$786

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 10/1

11:55 am-3:25 am

2 stops29h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 10/15

4:20 am-7:26 pm

2 stops25h 06m

$915

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/30

6:34 pm-12:40 am

2 stops44h 06m

Istanbul

Fri 8/15

8:25 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops31h 32m

$1,000

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-11:55 am

2 stops43h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 8/8

8:05 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops35h 53m

$1,670

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/15

1:20 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 1/14

8:50 am-10:36 pm

1 stop24h 46m

$1,791

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sat 6/28

2:10 pm-3:25 am

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 8/8

4:20 am-7:45 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$1,823

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 SMF to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 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 June 12, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Sacramento, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento. There are 0 flights from Sacramento Intl to Istanbul per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($755), Air Canada ($774), and Delta ($915) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 5 airlines flying from Sacramento to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$724Average$1,257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$862Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$986Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,017Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,034Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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