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$546+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Istanbul (IST)

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SMF — IST
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$950
(Delta)

One-way from

$546
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,136
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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 April 29, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/154:05 pmSMF - IST
2 stops39h 00mAir Canada
Fri 11/286:30 amIST - SMF
2 stops19h 51mAir Canada
Deal found 4/27$761
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 9/42:15 pmSMF - IST
2 stops27h 10mDelta
Wed 9/174:20 amIST - SMF
2 stops22h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/27$950
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 7/3010:33 amSMF - IST
2 stops24h 47mLufthansa
Fri 8/155:55 pmIST - SMF
2 stops38h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 4/27$980
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sat 10/112:31 pmSMF - IST
2 stops44h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/257:45 amIST - SMF
2 stops23h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,027
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/79:35 pmSMF - IST
1 stop30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/177:15 amIST - SMF
1 stop24h 44mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,095
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/76:00 amSMF - IST
2 stops38h 20mQatar Airways
Sat 5/171:45 pmIST - SMF
2 stops40h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$1,122
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Mon 9/222:15 pmSMF - IST
2 stops21h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/296:10 amIST - SMF
3 stops25h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$1,236
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1510:40 amSMF - IST
2 stops48h 15mEmirates
Thu 11/271:50 amIST - SMF
2 stops31h 46mEmirates
Deal found 4/27$1,993
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 9/184:35 pmSMF - IST
2 stops22h 05mBritish Airways
Wed 10/88:25 amIST - SMF
2 stops24h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/27$2,209
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 7/3011:09 pmSMF - IST
2 stops45h 01mEtihad Airways
Thu 8/1412:40 amIST - SMF
2 stops31h 13mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/27$2,685
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sat 10/119:00 amSMF - IST
2 stops33h 50mANA
Fri 10/242:00 amIST - SMF
2 stops29h 44mANA
Deal found 4/27$17,373

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/4

2:15 pm-3:25 am

2 stops27h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 9/17

4:20 am-4:29 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$950

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/30

10:33 am-9:20 pm

2 stops24h 47m

Istanbul

Fri 8/15

5:55 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$980

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/11

2:31 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops44h 49m

Istanbul

Sat 10/25

7:45 am-9:44 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$1,027

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/13

11:14 pm-5:30 am

1 stop20h 16m

Istanbul

Tue 5/20

4:25 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop38h 15m

$1,144

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/22

11:40 am-6:35 pm

2 stops44h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 9/29

8:05 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$1,161

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/22

2:15 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 9/29

6:10 am-10:06 pm

3 stops25h 56m

$1,236

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/18

4:35 pm-12:40 am

2 stops22h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

8:25 am-10:31 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$2,209

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 7/30

11:09 pm-6:10 am

2 stops45h 01m

Istanbul

Thu 8/14

12:40 am-9:53 pm

2 stops31h 13m

$2,685

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/11

9:00 am-4:50 am

2 stops33h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 10/24

2:00 am-9:44 pm

2 stops29h 44m

$17,373

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/15

5:30 am-2:40 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$546

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 $1,423). 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 April 29, 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 April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown ANA, Delta and Qatar Airways from Sacramento to Istanbul. 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.
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very good
855 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

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, Delta ($950), Lufthansa ($980), and Turkish Airlines ($1,144) offers the cheapest pricing from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport for 22% 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 $1,423). 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$724Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$862Average$1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,017Average$1,577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$1,029Average$1,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,034Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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